Senior Network Wireless Engineer

Ascendion; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in the UK seeks a skilled Network Wireless Engineer to design, implement, and maintain wireless network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience with wireless technologies and a strong understanding of network security and performance optimization. Responsibilities include troubleshooting connectivity issues, performing site surveys, and collaborating with IT teams for network upgrades.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, specifically with wireless technologies.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting connectivity issues.
• Proven ability to design and maintain wireless network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) networks.
• Perform site surveys and wireless coverage analysis.
• Troubleshoot wireless connectivity issues and resolve performance bottlenecks.
• Monitor wireless network health and implement improvements.
• Ensure security of wireless communications through proper configuration and encryption.
• Collaborate with IT teams for network upgrades and configurations.

Skills

Wireless protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)

Wireless controllers and access points (Cisco, Aruba, Ubiquiti)

Network security and authentication

Ekahau, NetSpot, or AirMagnet

Wired network infrastructure and IP networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Relevant certifications (CWNA, CCNA Wireless, Aruba ACMA)

Job description

Job Title: Network Wireless Engineer
Location: Reading
Experience: 5+ years
Job Summary:
We are looking for a skilled Network Wireless Engineer to design, implement, and maintain wireless network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with wireless technologies, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring optimal network performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) networks.

• Perform site surveys and wireless coverage analysis.

• Troubleshoot wireless connectivity issues and resolve performance bottlenecks.

• Monitor wireless network health and implement improvements.

• Ensure security of wireless communications through proper configuration and encryption.

• Collaborate with IT teams for network upgrades and configurations.

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of wireless protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax).

• Experience with wireless controllers, access points, and antennas (e.g., Cisco, Aruba, Ubiquiti).

• Knowledge of network security and authentication methods.

• Familiarity with tools like Ekahau, NetSpot, or AirMagnet.

• Basic understanding of wired network infrastructure and IP networking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CWNA, CCNA Wireless, Aruba ACMA).