Systems Architect - WLC

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Flexible benefits

CSR opportunities

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. seeks a Systems Architect - WLC in Pune to shape a next-generation Unified Connectivity Platform for Enterprise Wi‑Fi, NMS, ACS, analytics and AI‑driven operations.

You will define target architecture, lead discovery sessions, and translate business requirements into scalable cloud‑enabled solutions. The role requires deep WLAN expertise, experience with large‑scale deployments, and collaboration across product, architecture, engineering and operations.

Qualifications

• 12-18 years of experience in software development and 12+ years in software architecture within enterprise networking/WLAN.
• Expertise in WLAN/AP management, controller architecture and large-scale Wi‑Fi deployments.
• Strong knowledge of Wi‑Fi standards (5/6/6E/7) and security (WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X).

Responsibilities

• Lead WLAN and controller architecture discussions with stakeholders.
• Define target AP–Controller–Cloud architecture and roadmap.
• Translate requirements into scalable, SaaS-enabled solutions and MVP plans.

Skills

Enterprise Networking

WLAN/Wi-Fi Architecture

OpenWiFi / uCentral

REST APIs

Telemetry & Observability

SNMP/NETCONF/MQTT

Wi-Fi Standards 802.11

Security: WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X

RF & Interference Management

Tools

SNMP

NETCONF

MQTT

gRPC/gNMI

REST API

OpenWiFi

uCentral

Job description

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.We are seeking a Systems Architect - WLC to shape the future of connected network operations, defining the target architecture and implementation roadmap for a next-generation Unified Connectivity Platform integrating Enterprise Wi-Fi, NMS, ACS, Analytics, Service Assurance and AI-driven operations.ResponsibilitiesLead Enterprise Wi-Fi and Controller discovery sessions with stakeholders to confirm requirements spanning WLAN, security, AAA/NAC, RF, client experience, and service assuranceDefine the AP–Controller–Cloud architecture hypothesis, covering WLC, AP software/firmware, RF intelligence, telemetry, and multi-site managementAssess OpenWiFi and existing capabilities to identify Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend opportunities and platform differentiationDrive architecture decisions and technical recommendations, covering SaaS, multi-tenancy, observability, analytics, integrations, risks, and dependenciesSupport MVP prioritization, effort estimation, and phased roadmap development, contributing to architecture documentation and executive recommendationsTranslate business requirements into scalable solutions, evaluating Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend approachesCollaborate across Product, Architecture, Engineering, and Operations teamsRequirements12-18 years of overall experience in software development12+ years of experience in Software Architecture and Development within Enterprise Networking/WLAN, Wireless Controllers, AP management, and large-scale Wi-Fi deploymentsKnowledge of Wi-Fi 5/6/6E/7 and 802.11 standardsExpertise in AP software/firmware, AP–Controller communication, onboarding, provisioning, configuration, firmware lifecycle, and OTA updatesFamiliarity with Qualcomm/MediaTek platformsA background in RF/RRM, channel and power management, band steering, load balancing, roaming, airtime fairness, and interference managementKnowledge of WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS/AAA, NAC, Dynamic VLAN, MAB, and policy-based access controlSkills in Wi-Fi telemetry, monitoring, observability, service assurance, client experience, and network analyticsAn understanding of OpenWiFi/uCentral, microservices, REST APIs, and event-driven/SaaS architecturesProficiency in SNMP, NETCONF, MQTT, gRPC/gNMI, and streaming telemetryWe offerOpportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographiesVast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certificationsOpportunity to share your ideas on international platformsSponsored Tech Talks & HackathonsUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsPossibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projectsFocused individual developmentBenefit package:Health benefitsRetirement benefitsPaid time offFlexible benefitsForums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)