Staff Wireless Network Engineer

Staff Wireless Network Engineer

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Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders; deep expertise in domain.

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XNote: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Austin, TX, USA .

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 10 years of experience designing, building, and operating Wi-Fi networks.

• Experience with planning and designing networks (e.g., multiple sites, multiple products, etc.).

• Experience with 2 or more of the following technologies/protocols: 802.1X, 802.11, unlicensed Radio Frequency planning (2.4 and 5GHz), TCP/UDP/IP.

• Experience in a programming language (e.g., Python, Go).

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced network certifications or equivalent level experience (e.g., CWNE, CCIE Wireless).

• 10 years of experience in network engineering, with 5 years dedicated specifically to enterprise-scale wireless architecture and design.

• Experience designing and managing enterprise-grade wireless ecosystems (e.g., Cisco, Aruba/HPE, or Juniper Mist).

• Proficiency with industry-standard RF predictive modeling and site survey tools (e.g., Ekahau, Hamina).

• Proficiency in network automation using Python, Ansible, or REST APIs to manage large-scale infrastructure configuration.

• Knowledge of IEEE 802.11 standards (including Wi-Fi 6/6E/7), 802.1X authentication, routing/switching protocols (VXLAN, BGP), and enterprise security (WPA3).

About the job

Google is proud to boast a network that provides service to millions of Internet users around the world. The Network Engineering team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. As a member of the team, you have a direct impact on design and feature enhancements to keep our systems running smoothly. You also ensure that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance, coordinating planned maintenance, adjusting hardware components and responding to network connectivity issues. Google's complex network generates a constant stream of challenges which require you to continually be innovative with an evolving set of technologies. Keeping the network reliable ensures that our users stay connected with our suite of applications, products and services.

Google's network provides services to millions of Internet users around the world. Our metros are on the edge of our network where Google connects to its users. The Network Team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. Our team owns the full life cycle of all space, power, and network assets in all of Google’s data centers and metro points of presence globally. From the foundation, we are involved from site acquisition to construction and are accountable for what space and power is delivered. We're involved in every facet of network delivery from architecture and design to installation, configuration, activation, and commissioning.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $176000 - $256000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) .

Responsibilities

• Own the strategic goal, design, and end-to-end architecture for the global enterprise wireless footprint (Wi-Fi 6E/7, Private 5G).

• Architect and optimize robust, high-performance RF environments across corporate campuses, datacenters, and distribution centers.

• Help develop intent driven automation and APIs to automate wireless provisioning, configurations, and policy deployment.

• Establish proactive telemetry and monitoring solutions to optimize capacity and resolve systemic performance issues.

• Collaborate with Workplace, Voice/Video, and Hardware teams while mentoring and leveling up junior network engineers.

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Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also https://careers.google.com/eeo/ and https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/OFCCP_EEO_Post.pdf If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2.