Principal Engineer- Wireless Operations

TEKsystems; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

TEKsystems in Denver, CO is seeking a Principal Engineer I for Wireless/WiFi Operations. You will own a technical domain end-to-end, review deployments, and act as a production review authority. Role is permanent and hybrid in Denver, CO.

The position pays a range of $130,000.00–$190,000.00 per year, with a strong emphasis on automation, security, and cross-team collaboration. Anticipated close date is Aug 7, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience with Ruckus SmartZone controllers and Nokia WAG/BNG routers.
• Proficiency in Python, Ansible, GitLab CI, FastAPI, Splunk, Grafana.

Responsibilities

• Review Tier 2 engineers' MOPs, configurations, and deployment plans.
• Own wireless infrastructure platforms including controllers, AAA/RADIUS, WAG/BNG, firewalls, and automation platforms.
• Execute firmware upgrades, maintenance windows, configuration campaigns, and hardware replacements.
• Serve as Tier 3 escalation resource during production incidents.
• Perform root cause analysis and coordinate with vendor TACs.

Skills

Network engineering

AAA/RADIUS Troubleshooting

CLI Administration

Python Automation

Wireless/WiFi Operations

Tools

Ruckus SmartZone

Nokia WAG/BNG

Cisco ASA Firewall

Juniper SRX Firewall

Ruckus ICX

A10 Load Balancer

Python

Ansible

GitLab CI

FastAPI

Splunk

Grafana

Jira

Remedy

NOC platforms

Job description

Description

The Principal Engineer I - Wireless / WiFi Operations serves as the Director's trusted technical leader and deployment authority within the Wireless WiFi Operations organization. This individual owns a technical domain end-to-end and acts as the final technical review before production deployments occur.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and approving Tier 2 engineers' MOPs, configurations, and deployment plans
• Owning wireless infrastructure platforms such as wireless controllers, AAA/RADIUS, WAG/BNG, firewalls, ACLs, or automation platforms
• Executing firmware upgrades, maintenance windows, configuration campaigns, and hardware replacements
• Serving as a Tier 3 escalation resource during production incidents
• Performing root cause analysis and working directly with vendor TAC organizations
• Developing operational automation using Python, Ansible, CI/CD, and APIs
• Auditing and remediating standards compliance across the network
• Mentoring engineers and elevating overall technical capability
• Partnering with planning, design, operations, NOC, and vendor teams
• Communicating effectively with technical teams and executive leadership during outages and operational events

Skills

Network engineering, AAA/RADIUS Troubleshooting, CLI Administration, Python Automation, Wireless/WiFi Operations, Ruckus SmartZone (vSZ), Nokia SR-series Routers (SROS), Ansible, Splunk, Grafana

Top Skills Details

Network engineering, AAA/RADIUS Troubleshooting, CLI Administration, Python Automation, Wireless/WiFi Operations

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Technical environment includes Ruckus SmartZone controllers, Nokia AAA and WAG/BNG routers, Cisco ASA firewalls, Juniper SRX firewalls, Ruckus ICX switches, A10 load balancers, Python, Ansible, GitLab CI, FastAPI, Splunk, Grafana, Jira, Remedy, and NOC operational platforms.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $190000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe, Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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