define computer engineer
computer engineer. A professional who has software, systems or network engineering experience. The term may also refer to an individual with an electrical engineering background, who is also proficient in computer science.Such a person could be involved in the design of hardware as well as software. See engineer.omputer engineer. A professional who has software, systems or network engineering experience. The term may also refer to an individual with an electrical engineering background, who is also proficient in computer science.