Network Engineer Job at MindSource, Mountain View, CA

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  • MindSource
  • Mountain View, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Network Engineer

Contract Period: 9+ month

Work location: Mountain View, CA (Onsite)

Interview: Video call + Onsite interview

Only local candidates will be considered for this role.

Must Have: The candidate must have strong hands-on experience in designing and maintaining wireless networks, along with experience in supporting them.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performing Wi-Fi networks for enterprise corporate offices, campuses, and remote sites.

Conduct wireless site surveys (predictive and physical) using tools like Ekahau or AirMagnet.

Oversee the installation, configuration, and tuning of wireless access points (Client), controllers, and related infrastructure (e.g., Aruba, Cisco, Meraki, Ruckus).

Develop and implement Wi-Fi security standards, including WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS integration, and rogue AP detection.

Monitor wireless network performance, capacity, and usage to identify and resolve coverage issues and bottlenecks.

Collaborate with other network, security, and application teams to ensure seamless connectivity and integration.

Lead or support large-scale wireless projects, including upgrades, redesigns, and new deployments.

Expert understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 networking

Technically proficient at building highly resilient networks in an enterprise

Strong knowledge of network management platforms

Maintain and update documentation: network diagrams, SOPs, and topology maps.

Provide mentorship to junior network engineers and assist with technical training initiatives.

Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA).

Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical wireless outages or performance incidents.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

5+ years of experience in network engineering with at least 3 years focused on enterprise wireless networking.

Strong hands-on experience with enterprise Wi-Fi solutions (Cisco, Aruba, Meraki, etc.).

Proficient in wireless standards and technologies: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MIMO, beamforming, channel planning.

Familiar with authentication methods such as RADIUS, EAP, and Active Directory integration.

Skilled in using Wi-Fi tools like Ekahau, NetSpot, Wireshark, and spectrum analyzers.

Understanding of networking protocols: TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, QoS, etc.

Preferred Certifications:

CWNA, CWDP, CWSP, or other CWNP certifications

Cisco or HPE Wireless (e.g., CCNP Wireless)

Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP)

Ekahau Certified Survey Engineer (ECSE)

Other Skills:

Excellent customer-facing skills and ability to cooperatively work with peers

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills and abilities

Strong understanding in peer team areas, such as servers and desktop support

Expert at designing and implementing networks for new locations

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Job Tags

Contract work, Work experience placement, Local area, Remote work,

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