Staff Wireless Network Engineer

Google

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
802.1, 802.11, Ansible, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Authentication, Automation, BGP, CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, Capacity and Performance Management, Cisco Network Systems, Commissioning, Computer Science, Construction, Cross-Functional, DevOps, Distribution Services, Ecosystems, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Protection, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Go Programming Language (Golang), Hardware Components, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), IP (Internet Protocol), Industry Standards, Juniper Networks Product Family, Leadership, Mentoring, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Connectivity, Network Operations Center, Network Routing, Network Switching, Performance Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Problem Solving Skills, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), Radio Frequency, Routing Protocols, Site Acquisition, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), Telemetry, UDP (User Datagram Protocol), Web/Electronic Surveys, Wi-Fi, Wireless Communications, Wireless Protocols/Standards
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

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).
  • Expert 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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $177,000-$257,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Technical Roadmap and Architecture: Own the strategic goal, design, and end-to-end architecture for the global enterprise wireless footprint (Wi-Fi 6E/7, Private 5G).
  • High-Density Design: Architect and optimize robust, high-performance RF environments across corporate campuses, datacenters, and distribution centers.
  • Automation and DevOps: Help develop intent driven automation and APIs to automate wireless provisioning, configurations, and policy deployment.
  • Advanced Observability: Establish proactive telemetry and monitoring solutions to optimize capacity and resolve systemic performance issues.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with Workplace, Voice/Video, and Hardware teams while mentoring and leveling up junior network engineers.
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 Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

About the Company

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Google

Build for everyone

Since our founding in 1998, Google has grown by leaps and bounds. Starting from two computer science students in a university dorm room, we now have thousands of employees and offices around the world. These Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe.

It starts with how we work together. We’re building a company where people of different views, backgrounds and experiences can do their best work and show up for one another. A place where every Googler feels like they belong.

So whether you develop new technology or creative campaigns, craft beautiful products or breakthrough partnerships, your work here is a chance to accomplish things that matter. Bring your insight, imagination, and healthy disregard for the impossible. Bring everything that makes you unique. Together, we can build for everyone.

Benefits

We strive to provide Googlers and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits are based on data, and centered around our users: Googlers and their families. They’re thoughtfully designed to enhance your health and wellbeing, and generous enough to make it easy for you to take good care of yourself (now, and in the future). So we can build for everyone, together.

Learn more about Google’s benefits on this site featuring Googlers’ experience.

How we Hire

Google’s hiring process is an important part of our culture. Googlers care deeply about their teams and the people who make them up. In order to  build for everyone, we know that we need a wide range of perspectives and experiences, and a fair hiring process is the first step in getting there.

Learn more about our hiring process.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer Software
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Work From Home, Life Insurance, On Site Cafeteria
FOUNDED
1998
WEBSITE
https://goo.gle/4dbno6V