Staff Wireless Network Engineer

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 176,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to own the strategic design and end-to-end architecture of the global wireless footprint, including Wi‑Fi 6E/7 and Private 5G, across corporate campuses and data centers.

You will lead robust RF environments, develop automation for provisioning and policy deployment, and establish telemetry to resolve capacity and performance issues, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years designing, building, and operating Wi‑Fi networks.
• Experience in a programming language such as Python, Go, etc.
• Experience with 2+ of: 802.1X, 802.11, RF planning (2.4/5GHz), TCP/UDP/IP.

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 RF environments across campuses, data centers, and distribution centers.
• Help develop intent driven automation and APIs to automate wireless provisioning, configurations, and policy deployment.
• Establish telemetry and monitoring to optimize capacity and resolve performance issues.
• Collaborate with Workplace, Voice/Video, and Hardware teams while mentoring network engineers.

Skills

Wi‑Fi design

Python

Go

802.1X

802.11

RF planning

TCP/UDP/IP

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Ekahau

Hamina

Ansible

REST APIs

Job description

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 in a programming language such as Python, Go, 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.

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced network certifications or equivalent level experience (e.g., CWNE, CCIE Wireless).
• 10 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 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 about benefits at Google.

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 radio frequency (RF) environments across corporate campuses, data centers, 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 network engineers.