Systems Integration Engineer Advanced

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What Were Looking For

This role is for a senior engineering professional who will be a key member of our APAC Professional Services Delivery team. The successful candidate will translate complex customer business requirements into specific, cutting-edge RFID solutions. This involves designing and integrating hardware, applications, and processes for our enterprise clients. You will work closely with our senior engineering team on high-profile, strategic RFID deployments across various industries, ensuring that all project objectives are met with the highest standards of quality, reliability, and innovation.

This position demands strong interpersonal capabilities alongside technical expertise. You will lead requirements workshops, present architectural solutions to customers and internal stakeholders, and support pre-sales engagements—clear and confident communication is essential. Above all, we value intellectual curiosity and professional agility. Our technology landscape and customer requirements evolve continuously, and success in this role depends on your capacity to acquire new skills rapidly, adapt to changing circumstances, and navigate ambiguity with composure. Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments and embrace continuous learning will find this role particularly rewarding.

Translates the client’s business requirements into specific systems, applications or process designs for complex IT solutions and integrating architecture. Ensures all work objectives have been met. Determines and develops approach to complex client solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex, end-to-end RFID solutions, from discovery and design through to production and support.
• Conduct on-site and remote discovery sessions to gather and analyze customer requirements for enterprise RFID applications, such as asset tracking, inventory management, and workflow automation.
• Develop detailed solution architecture, including physical layouts (e.g., fixed readers, antenna placement) and logical designs (data flow, security) for stakeholder approval.
• Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot enterprise hardware, including RFID readers, mobile computers, and associated edge networking equipment.
• Develop and document software scripts, algorithms, and data processing logic to optimize RFID read performance, spatial location, and accuracy in challenging RF environments.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors and integration partners to ensure seamless interoperability with broader enterprise systems.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, deployment procedures, and customer-facing support guides.
• Provide Level 3 engineering support for deployed solutions, including troubleshooting complex issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support personnel, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
  
  

Required

• Extensive RFID Expertise: Deep understanding of UHF RFID technology, including reader and antenna configuration, RF physics, and tag performance characteristics.
• Systems Integration: Proven experience in designing and deploying complex IT solutions, seamlessly integrating hardware, software, and networking components.
• Software Development: Proficiency in scripting and software development, particularly for data filtering, processing algorithms, and creating proof-of-concept solutions.
• Hardware Knowledge: Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade RFID infrastructure, mobile edge computing, and related peripherals.
• Technical Documentation: Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and operational guides.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in mission-critical environments.
• Customer-Facing Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions confidently with both internal stakeholders and external clients.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience deploying advanced RFID solutions in complex operational environments (e.g., logistics, manufacturing, warehousing, or transportation).
• Strong knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, including Wi-Fi optimization and remote system access.
• Familiarity with industry-standard RFID SDKs, APIs, and middleware platforms.
• Experience leading Proof-of-Concept (POC) projects and successfully transitioning them to scalable, production-grade solutions.
• CWNE or other relevant advanced technical/industry certifications.
  
  

Benefits

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

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