Wireless Network Engineer 5 Global

Job Title: Wireless Network Engineer 5 Global
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration: 12 months
Hybrid: Mon Thurs onsite, Fri remote

Job Description:

• General Information:
• Location and/or time zone: PHK - Beaverton - Must be on site
• Reason for opening: Project support
• Expected contract length: One year
• Team details & who they will work with: Client s global wireless team - This is a small team of 5, they need someone that is able to come on site for this role.

Top must-have skills include the following:

• Exceptional communication skills able to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven experience leading wireless infrastructure projects from concept through deployment and optimization.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Minimum required years of experience:
• 8 years of progressive wireless network engineering experience in large-scale, global enterprise environments.

Education requirements:

• Current CWNA Certification (CWSP, CWDP, or CCNP Wireless preferred).

Software/technical requirements:

• Expert knowledge of Cisco wireless technologies (AireOS/IOS-XE, Catalyst Center, Prime Infrastructure) and advanced hands-on experience with Cisco ISE for enterprise Radius, AAA and policy management.
• Demonstrated expertise with client experience monitoring tools such as NetAlly, or similar platforms, including deployment, configuration, and analytics for wireless client health and performance.
• Advanced proficiency with Ekahau software for predictive and active WiFi design, including ECSE certification.
• Experience with ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira) and managing RMA/TAC cases with Cisco.
• Previous Client/industry experience preference: Would be nice to have but not required. Strong experience with Cisco will be a must

Nice to Have Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills. - This is not a lead role but experience with this will be helpful with a small team like this.

What you Bring?

• Current CWNA Certification (CWSP, CWDP, or CCNP Wireless preferred).
• 8 years of progressive wireless network engineering experience in large-scale, global enterprise environments.
• Expert knowledge of Cisco wireless technologies (AireOS/IOS-XE, Catalyst Center, Prime Infrastructure) and advanced hands-on experience with Cisco ISE for enterprise Radius, AAA and policy management.
• Demonstrated expertise with client experience monitoring tools such as NetAlly, or similar platforms, including deployment, configuration, and analytics for wireless client health and performance.
• Advanced proficiency with Ekahau software for predictive and active WiFi design, including ECSE certification.
• Experience with ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira) and managing RMA/TAC cases with Cisco.
• Proven experience leading wireless infrastructure projects from concept through deployment and optimization.
• Strong understanding of access layer switching, DNS, DHCP, authentication, and network security best practices.
• Exceptional communication skills able to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to conduct site surveys and walking surveys as needed (up to 5 hours/day).
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.

About the role:

• As a Wireless Network Engineer 5 on Client s global wireless team, you will architect, lead, and optimize wireless infrastructure initiatives across Client s worldwide footprint. This highly specialized position requires deep technical expertise, leadership in wireless strategy, and hands-on experience with advanced wireless security and client experience monitoring tools. You will be responsible for the most complex and business-critical wireless projects, serving as the top escalation point and a trusted advisor to both technical and business stakeholders.

What You will Work on and with Whom?

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of complex wireless network solutions for global enterprise environments, ensuring robust, secure, and high-performance connectivity across Retail, Headquarters, Distribution, Manufacturing, Logistics and Remote Office Sites.
• Architect and manage Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) deployments for Radius Authentication, policy enforcement, and AAA across global sites.
• Deploy, configure, and analyze client experience monitoring tools, leveraging these platforms to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve wireless client issues and optimize end-user experience.
• Serve as the highest-level escalation point for advanced wireless issues, including RF design, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, providing technical leadership, training, and guidance to build a world-class wireless engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative wireless solutions that meet evolving business needs.
• Drive standardization and best practices for wireless service delivery, documentation, and operational processes.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance wireless reliability, security, and performance.
• Represent wireless engineering in strategic planning and operational meetings, providing expert input on wireless technology trends and future-state architecture.