Wi-Fi Network Design Engineer

Smartaira

Wi-Fi Network Design Engineer responsible for scalable network design for ISP projects. Collaborating with teams to deliver cohesive Wi-Fi designs and support consistent throughput across the organization.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design Wi-Fi networks that meet performance, coverage, and scalability requirements for ISP environments
Develop end-to-end network designs that incorporate Wi-Fi, fiber, Ethernet, and supporting infrastructure
Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, construction, operations, and project teams) to ensure designs align with overall project goals and contractual obligations
Participate in full project lifecycle design discussions rather than focusing on a single network component
Review project requirements and translate them into practical, build-ready network designs
Balance workload across Wi-Fi and infrastructure design to help prevent backlogs and single-threaded dependencies
Provide technical input and guidance during implementation as needed
Document designs, assumptions, and standards clearly and consistently
Stay current with Wi-Fi technologies, network infrastructure trends, and industry best practices
Other directives as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working in an ISP or service-provider environment
CWNA certification (recommended but not required)
Familiarity with common Wi-Fi design and survey tools
Experience designing networks at scale or supporting multiple concurrent projects
Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends when required.
At least three years of experience in related field.
Strong understanding of network infrastructure fundamentals, including fiber networks, ethernet, and general network architecture principles
Demonstrated experience with Wi-Fi design, planning, and performance considerations
Ability to design networks holistically rather than in isolated technical silos
Experience working collaboratively with cross functional teams
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Smartaira is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Smartaira is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Wi-Fi designnetwork designfiber networksEthernetnetwork architecturenetwork infrastructurenetwork performancenetwork scalabilitydesign documentationproject lifecycle

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailflexibilityproject managementcommunicationorganizational skillsworkload balancingtechnical guidanceholistic design approach

Certifications

CWNA