Hybrid Wireless Network Engineer: 4G/5G Design & Ops

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Advanced training programs

Hybrid work in Pretoria

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Wireless Network Engineer in Pretoria to design, deploy, and optimize wireless networks, including Wi‑Fi and cellular technologies. The role emphasizes hands-on site surveys, RF analysis and performance tuning in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years in wireless engineering, knowledge of 802.11ac/ax, LTE/5G NR, and experience with Cisco Meraki, Aruba or Ruckus. CWNP/CCNA Wireless certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in wireless network engineering and design.
• CWNP or CCNA Wireless certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement wireless network solutions (Wi‑Fi, 4G/5G) and other wireless tech.
• Conduct site surveys, performance analysis and capacity planning.
• Configure, manage and troubleshoot wireless APs, controllers and infrastructure.
• Ensure security of wireless networks and monitor performance for optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on deployment projects.
• Stay updated on emerging wireless technologies and best practices.
• Develop and maintain documentation for wireless designs and configurations.

Skills

Wireless networking

Site surveys

RF analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Cisco Meraki

Aruba

Ruckus

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Wireless Network Engineer in Pretoria to design, deploy, and optimize wireless networks, including Wi‑Fi and cellular technologies. The role emphasizes hands-on site surveys, RF analysis and performance tuning in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years in wireless engineering, knowledge of 802.11ac/ax, LTE/5G NR, and experience with Cisco Meraki, Aruba or Ruckus. CWNP/CCNA Wireless certifications are a plus.