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Staff Wireless Network Engineer

Tesla Inc

Fremont, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$168,000–$360,000 Per Year
SKILLS
802.1, 802.11, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Automation, Capacity Management, Chipset, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Security, Cross-Functional, Cryptography, Customer/Consumer Behavior, Device Drivers, Disability Insurance, Emerging Technology, Employee Assistance Plan, Health Plan, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Internet of Things, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Performance/Analysis, Organizational Skills, Orthodontics, Payroll Tax, Performance Metrics, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Problem Solving Skills, Protocol Analysis, Python Programming/Scripting Language, RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service), Radio Frequency, Radio Frequency Interference (RFI), Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Root Cause Analysis, SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Scalable System Development, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Spectrum Analyzers, Stock Purchase Plans, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Vision Plan, Warehousing, Web/Electronic Surveys, Wi-Fi, Wireless Communications, Wireless Network Tools, Wireless Platforms, Wireless Security
LOCATION
Fremont, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

We are seeking a highly experienced Staff Wireless Network Engineer to lead the design, architecture, deployment, and optimization of enterprise wireless networks. This role servers as a technical leader responsible for building scalable, secure, and high-performance Wi-Fi environments across factories, warehouses, and offices.

The candidate should combine deep wireless expertise with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate across infrastructure, security, and engineering teams.

  • Collaborate closely with Network Architects on wireless design and initiatives, including wireless capacity planning, predictive modeling, and RF engineering
  • Partner with IT Security to implement and maintain wireless security policies and compliance standards
  • Maintain and optimize wireless infrastructure across manufacturing, warehouse, and workplace environments
  • Serve as a Tier-2/3 escalation point, leading root cause analysis for major network outages and incidents
  • Lead and coordinate the implementation of new wireless services and technology rollouts
  • Collaborate with Vehicle and Bot Connectivity Engineering teams on cross-functional wireless integration
  • Evaluate emerging wireless technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7) for scalability, performance, and strategic fit
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with wireless regulations, industry standards, and legal requirements
  • Design, monitor, analyze, and report on key wireless performance metrics and operational health
  • Analyze packet captures, RF interference, roaming behavior, and client device performance to optimize network quality
  • Extensive experience with wireless solutions based on IEEE 802.11 standards, including encryption, WIDS, rogue detection, 802.1X, RADIUS, EAP-TLS, wireless client chipset and driver behavior, and RF engineering for wireless planning
  • Proven experience deploying and supporting Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E in high-density environments
  • Experience supporting IoT devices and wireless analytics platforms in enterprise and industrial settings
  • Proficient with wireless diagnostic tools, including spectrum analyzers, protocol analyzers, and site survey tools (e.g., Ekahau, Hamina)
  • Familiarity with automation tools such as Python, Ansible, and vendor APIs for infrastructure scripting and integration
  • Strong organizational skills and a collaborative team player with a proven ability to work across technical and operational teams
  • Solid analytical and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving complex, high-level technical issues
  • Maintains a high standard of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all interactions
  • Must be onsite at the facility full-time and be available to work occasional weekends, after-hours, and holidays as needed

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$168,000 - $360,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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