Senior Wireless Network Architect — Hybrid

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive medical benefits

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Wireless Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise wireless networks in the East London region. You will work on Wi‑Fi (802.11), 4G/5G cellular solutions, and security implementations for robust connectivity across campuses and offices.

The role requires 8+ years in wireless engineering, strong RF analysis skills, and certifications such as CWNP or CCNA/CCNP Wireless are highly valued.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in CS/EE or related field is required.
• 8+ years of wireless network engineering experience.
• CWNP/CCNA/CCNP Wireless certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise wireless networks (Wi‑Fi, cellular).
• Plan deployments, configurations, and upgrades.
• Optimize performance, capacity, and coverage.
• Troubleshoot complex wireless issues; resolve interference/connections.
• Implement wireless security (WPA3, RADIUS, EAP).
• Conduct site surveys and RF analysis for optimal design.
• Collaborate with IT and ops to integrate solutions.
• Maintain comprehensive wireless documentation.
• Stay updated with new wireless technologies and standards.
• Mentor junior wireless engineers and provide guidance.

Skills

Wireless network design

RF analysis

Troubleshooting

Security concepts

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

CWNP certification

CCNA/CCNP Wireless certification

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Wireless design tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Wireless Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise wireless networks in the East London region. You will work on Wi‑Fi (802.11), 4G/5G cellular solutions, and security implementations for robust connectivity across campuses and offices.

The role requires 8+ years in wireless engineering, strong RF analysis skills, and certifications such as CWNP or CCNA/CCNP Wireless are highly valued.