Verizon · 14 hours ago
Principal Wi-Fi / Engineering Architect (Venues & Stadiums) Consultant
Livingston, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $248K/yr
6+ years expVerizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. They are seeking a Principal Wi-Fi Consultant/Engineering Architect to lead complex, high-density Wi-Fi deployments in stadium and arena environments. This role involves consulting with clients, overseeing the project lifecycle from design to implementation, and ensuring adherence to best practices in Wi-Fi network engineering.
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Responsibilities
Building credibility and effectively consulting customers during sales calls, relying on in-depth industry knowledge to clearly convey intricate technical solutions
Supporting pre-sales and design by defining requirements, estimating Level of Effort (LOE), and applying a deep understanding of Wi-Fi technologies
Performing advanced site surveys with tools like drones and 360 cameras to capture detailed data for accurate design and planning
Utilizing modelling tools for complex designs and RFP responses to anticipate challenges, optimize performance, and mitigate risks
Creating initial High-Level Designs (HLDs) and attending kick-off meetings to shape the overall project direction
Collaborating on CPE builds, BOM validation, and design reviews, demonstrating a deep understanding of hardware and interoperability
Creating Low-Level Designs (LLDs) and delivery runbooks
Acting as the central technical liaison between the customer, delivery partners (TPVs), and construction teams to ensure seamless execution
Performing RF design reviews and regular technical audits throughout the project lifecycle to ensure adherence to best practices and quality standards
Evaluating the completed work to determine its conformance with the design and reviewing partner work to ensure it strictly follows specifications
Serving as the technical escalation point for resolving complex issues and providing expert advice on intricate Low-Level Designs (LLDs)
Providing guidance on configurations, leading advanced troubleshooting, and delivering training to delivery partners
Applying deep technical expertise to analyze RF network data and develop optimization strategies for performance tuning
Supporting critical events by monitoring Wi-Fi network health, troubleshooting issues, and suggesting optimizations to maintain seamless connectivity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience
Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training
Extensive, hands-on experience with one or more leading Wi-Fi and network vendors (e.g., Extreme Networks, Cisco, Juniper, Aruba)
Significant experience within Wi-Fi network engineering, specifically with Wi-Fi/Mobility networks and networking devices, protocols, and operating systems
Demonstrable expertise in designing and deploying complex, high-density Wi-Fi solutions
Willingness to travel up to 50%
Preferred
Direct experience developing Stadium RF designs, including RF propagation modelling and site surveys at stadium locations with tools such as Ekahau or Hamina
Proven skills in data collection, troubleshooting, interference analysis, and High-Density RF optimization
Demonstrated expertise in solution design, with the ability to lead technical discussions, fully vet customer requirements, and produce comprehensive technical documentation
Strong communication and relational skills, with the ability to build a trusted advisor relationship with clients and clearly articulate complex topics
Familiarity with electrical engineering and construction techniques
Experience with Hamina RF Modelling Software
CWNE (Certified Wireless Networking Expert) or 5+ years of direct RF engineering experience
CWDP (Certified Wireless Design Professional)
Extreme Certified Expert (Wireless)
CCNP/CCIE (Wireless)
Hamina Certified Network Architect
Ekahau Certified Survey Engineer (ECSE)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long term disability
Basic life insurance
Supplemental life insurance
AD&D insurance
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Group home & auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances
Up to 15 days of vacation per year
Company
Verizon
Verizon is a broadband and telecommunications company that provides information and entertainment services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$34.39BKey Investors
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2025-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.29B
2024-06-20Grant· $2M
2024-02-26Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Daniel Schulman
Chief Executive Officer
Santiago Tenorio
SVP & CTO
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