Senior Wireless Network Architect (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional development & training

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Wireless Network Engineer to design, implement and manage state-of-the-art wireless networks in a hybrid role, supporting a range of services and contributing to network strategy.

You will work with cutting-edge wireless technologies, perform site surveys, RF planning, and security hardening, collaborating with IT and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration with wired infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, CS, or related field.
• 6+ years in wireless network engineering and design.
• Experience with 802.11ac/ax, LTE, 5G NR.
• Knowledge of wireless security best practices.
• RF planning and spectrum analysis proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement wireless network solutions (Wi-Fi, 4G/5G) across sites.
• Perform site surveys, network planning, and RF optimization.
• Manage access points, controllers, and associated hardware.
• Ensure wireless security with encryption and authentication.
• Collaborate with IT/engineering to integrate wireless with wired infra.
• Stay current with emerging wireless tech and trends.

Skills

Wireless engineering

RF planning

Security standards

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RF planning tools

Spectrum analysis

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Wireless Network Engineer to design, implement and manage state-of-the-art wireless networks in a hybrid role, supporting a range of services and contributing to network strategy.

You will work with cutting-edge wireless technologies, perform site surveys, RF planning, and security hardening, collaborating with IT and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration with wired infrastructure.