Senior Wireless Network Engineer

Job Title

Senior Wireless Network Engineer

Location

Santa Clara CA (Onsite Hybrid)

Duration

Long-Term Contract

Exp Required

10+ Years

As a Senior Wireless Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and securing next-generation wireless network infrastructures. You will lead strategic initiatives to merge enterprise and campus networks, enhance wireless performance, and enforce robust security measures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize wireless network architectures for large-scale environments.
• Integrate wireless solutions with enterprise infrastructure, ensuring scalability and security.
• Define and enforce advanced wireless security controls, including secure access and encryption.
• Collaborate with IT security and network software teams to automate management and mitigate risks.
• Lead multi-quarter wireless network projects from design through maintenance.
• Develop and implement NetGen firewall security policies.
• Mentor and guide network engineering teams, fostering technical growth.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wireless network incidents promptly.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in networking, specializing in wireless design and implementation.
• Expertise in Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax/ac/n, RF design principles, and Aruba/ClearPass integration.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale wireless projects.
• Strong knowledge of network security best practices and Palo Alto Networks platforms.
• Experience with backbone infrastructure (routing, switching, SD-WAN) and CI/CD automation.
• Familiarity with AI/ML applications for network optimization is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills