Wireless Network Engineer
Wireless Network Engineer at Nextera Robotics — Boston, MA, US
- Company: Nextera Robotics
- Location: Boston, MA, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Salary: USD 100000–135000 / year
- Posted: 2026-07-17
About this role
Nextera Robotics is a fast-growing Industrial Robotics and AI company founded at MIT. We develop and deploy extensive fleets of purpose-built industrial robots. We are building a future where AI-native robots handle all the repetitive and physically demanding tasks. Nextera has a client base among Fortune 500 companies. Working at Nextera is a great opportunity for those who love to get things done.
We are looking for a talented and experienced wireless network engineer driven to take part in developing a low-infrastructure wireless networking solution for challenging and evolving environments. You are going to design, troubleshoot, and optimize long-range wireless networks to support the flawless operation of autonomous mobile robots: https://didge.ai
Responsibilities:
Engage in systems analysis, engineering, and improvement of existing network technology
Document network development and testing
Resolve issues and minimize the impact for customers
Setup, troubleshoot, and optimize long-range wireless networks at industrial facilities and construction sites: 900MHz mesh network, similar to long-range WiFi.
Model wireless networks using specialized software
Conduct wireless site surveys, and provide guidance for deployment engineers and technicians
Research and improve network monitoring and remote administration technology, network routing technology
Research and improve network security
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s +2 years industry experience, or Master’s degree +1 year experience in a related field
Strong understanding of RF and wireless communication technologies, WAN, LAN
Hands-on experience in wireless network installation, configuration, and maintenance
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve network issues using diagnostic tools
Experience in conducting wireless site surveys
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to travel occasionally for site surveys, deployment, and troubleshooting
Preferred but not required:
Experience with HaLow or LoRaWAN is an advantage
Any knowledge of network security monitoring is an advantage
Familiarity with relevant tools - Ekahau, Wireshark, SolarWinds, Splunk etc.
Familiarity with DevOps principles and practices for efficient network management
Proficiency in Linux-based operating systems
Experience with C++ or script languages
Wireless networking certification (CWNA, CWDP, etc)
We are a fast-paced, highly technical organization. Our teams are kept small and agile to limit layers of unnecessary processes. Autonomy is expected. Every engineer gets to see their work transition from ideas to high-value products. The work is challenging but highly rewarding.
The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong analytical skills as well as the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and external vendors.
We'll be very excited to learn more about you and welcome you to the Nextera Robotics team!