The wireless network engineer will have a background in managing wireless network equipment, which includes installing, configuring, and maintaining it within a variety of settings. These professionals will also be knowledgeable about industry Wi-Fi standards and best practices. Solutions for seamless communications within a business are an important part of the wireless network engineer’s job, including voice and video calls, data transfer, and more.
Key job responsibilities of a wireless engineer include the following:
- Installing any necessary hardware or software, including those for backups or to monitor system performance
- Troubleshooting tasks to prevent downtime
- Providing solutions for upgrade management
- Developing plans to address consistent wireless network problems
- Planning for future strategies and initiatives to keep the network operating at high performance
- Collaborating with vendors and network managers on implementation and deployment
- Installing and managing firewalls and other network security protections