Overview
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)
Skills
WiFi7
4G-LTE
Job Details
We are seeking an experienced Senior Wireless Engineer to provide strategic and technical leadership in the development and deployment of wireless technologies, including WiFi and mobile engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across WiFi5, WiFi6, WiFi7, 4G-LTE, and IoT technologies, as well as strong proficiency in networking disciplines such as routing, switching, and security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end development of wireless technology solutions involving devices/CPEs, access, transport, core, and backend systems.
- Assess new product requirements and architect technology solutions to support product development.
- Test and certify wireless products such as Small Cells, Home/SMB Routers, Wireless APs, Wireless Access Gateways (WAGs), and Controllers for deployment.
- Collaborate with Operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve wireless access network issues impacting business or customer performance.
- Provide leadership in developing tools and processes for new technology testing, validation, and support.
- Conduct lab evaluations and field trials to validate technology concepts and solutions.
- Drive innovation in wireless technologies, including 802.11ad/ay, UWB, BNC, Mesh Networks, and others, to enhance network performance and customer experience.
- Support initiatives focused on wireless security improvements, network function virtualization, and the introduction of new applications and services.
- Contribute to the optimization of public WiFi infrastructure and development of Spectrum WiFi performance tools.
- Participate in RFPs/RFIs, vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, and technology roadmap discussions.
- Review designs, code, and unit test plans where applicable.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering required; MBA preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 7 years in wireless technology development and management, preferably with major U.S.-based MSOs, Telcos, satellite operators, or wireless vendors.
- Technical Expertise:
- Deep knowledge of WiFi5, WiFi6, WiFi7, and 4G-LTE technologies; familiarity with 5G.
- Experience in managing wireless access engineering systems.
- Understanding of CPE, Wireless Gateway, and Router design and operator roadmaps.
- Operational knowledge of WiFi and LTE deployments.
- Tools Proficiency: SQL databases, Splunk, Plume, Scope, and other network diagnostics and troubleshooting tools.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple high-impact initiatives simultaneously.
- Excellent problem-solving and technical communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to innovate and implement emerging technologies.
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