Engineer - Implementation

SIONIQ; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider in Hyderabad is seeking a skilled Hardware & Network Engineer with RF expertise to support end-to-end infrastructure and RFID deployments across jewellery retail showrooms. Responsibilities include IT infrastructure setup, network configuration, and RFID deployment. Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience in networking and hardware deployment, along with a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. The role requires visits to showrooms and warehouses, ensuring seamless operations and documentation.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in networking, hardware deployment, or RF engineering.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting, and troubleshooting.
• Experience in handling POS systems and retail IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end IT infrastructure setup for jewellery showrooms.
• Configure and manage LAN/WAN networks across multiple showroom locations.
• Deploy and configure RFID readers, antennas, and tagging systems.

Skills

Networking

Hardware Deployment

RF Engineering

RFID Knowledge

Education

Diploma / Bachelor’s in Electronics, Telecommunications, IT, or related field

Tools

Routers

Switches

Wireless Access Points

Job description

Overview

Role Summary We are seeking a skilled Hardware & Network Engineer with RF expertise (CRE preferred) to support end-to-end infrastructure and RFID deployments across jewellery retail showrooms and warehouses. This role is critical to ensuring seamless billing operations, accurate RFID-based inventory tracking (gold/diamond), and reliable network performance integrated with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Jewellery Store Infrastructure Deployment — Execute end-to-end IT infrastructure setup for jewellery showrooms, including POS systems, billing counters, barcode/RFID devices, and back-office systems.
• Validate store readiness checklist before ERP go-live (network, hardware, RFID, billing flow).
• Ensure proper functioning of weighing scale integrations, barcode printers, scanners, and billing systems.
• Maintain documentation of store layouts, device mapping, and connectivity diagrams.
• Network Configuration & Multi-Store Connectivity — Configure and manage LAN/WAN networks across multiple showroom locations and head office.
• Implement VLAN segmentation (billing, RFID, admin, guest networks).
• Plan and maintain structured IP addressing schemes for scalability.
• Ensure high availability and low latency for real-time ERP transactions (billing, stock updates, gold rate sync).
• Troubleshoot issues impacting live billing or ERP performance.
• RF Engineering & Wireless Optimization (Retail Focus) — Conduct RF site surveys in showroom environments with glass counters, metal interference (gold displays), and dense layouts.
• Optimize Wi-Fi coverage (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) for uninterrupted POS and handheld device usage.
• Identify and mitigate RF interference caused by metal fixtures, lighting, and electronic devices.
• Ensure stable wireless connectivity for RFID readers, handhelds, and POS systems.
• RFID Infrastructure Deployment (Jewellery Use Case) — Deploy and configure RFID readers, antennas, handheld scanners, and tagging systems for jewellery items.
• Ensure high read accuracy for tagged items (gold, diamond, silver) across display and vault areas.
• Troubleshoot issues like missed reads, cross-reads, and antenna calibration errors.
• Support RFID-based stock audits, cycle counts, and real-time inventory tracking.
• Ensure seamless integration with ERP for stock synchronization.
• Security & Connectivity — Assist in configuring firewalls and VPN connectivity for secure communication between stores and head office.
• Ensure secure handling of billing data and financial transactions.
• Support implementation of basic network security and access controls.
• ERP & Implementation Support — Work closely with ERP implementation teams during store go-live and rollout phases.
• Ensure smooth integration between hardware, network, RFID, and ERP systems.
• Provide immediate support for issues affecting billing, stock, or customer transactions.
• Documentation & Compliance — Maintain detailed documentation of network diagrams, RF layouts, RFID setups, and configurations.
• Follow standardized deployment checklists and SOPs for jewellery retail environments.
• Maintain logs for issues, resolutions, and infrastructure changes.

Success Metrics (KPIs)

• Zero infrastructure or RFID failures during store go-live
• 99%+ uptime for billing, RFID, and ERP systems
• High RFID read accuracy (near 100%) during audits
• Minimal network-related disruptions impacting sales
• Complete and accurate documentation for all store deployments

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 2–5 years of experience in networking, hardware deployment, or RF engineering
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting, and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with routers, switches, and wireless access points
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of RF concepts (signal strength, interference, frequency bands)
• Experience in handling POS systems and retail IT infrastructure

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified RF Engineer (CRE) or equivalent certification
• Experience with RFID deployments (retail/jewellery/apparel)
• Exposure to multi-store retail environments
• Basic firewall knowledge (Fortinet, Sophos, MikroTik, etc.)

Preferred Domain Experience

• Jewellery retail operations (gold/diamond inventory handling)
• Understanding of RFID tagging for high-value items
• Familiarity with weight-based billing and stock tracking systems

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking
• Ability to work in live retail environments under pressure
• Good communication and coordination with store teams
• Attention to detail in deployment and documentation

Education

• Diploma / Bachelor’s in Electronics, Telecommunications, IT, or related field

Career Progression Path

• Hardware & Network Engineer (Jewellery Retail) → Senior RF / Network Engineer → RF & Retail Technology Specialist → Infrastructure Lead (Retail / Jewellery Domain)

Work Environment

• Field-intensive role with frequent showroom and warehouse visits
• Travel required for store deployments and audits
• Fast-paced environment with direct impact on live sales and operations