Senior Wireless Engineer (Juniper Mist Focus)

Job Overview
We are seeking a Senior Wireless Engineer with deep expertise in Juniper Mist technology to join our dynamic IT infrastructure team. In this role, you will lead the design, deployment, and optimization and support of large-scale wireless networks, ensuring seamless connectivity and robust security across diverse enterprise environments. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, leading wireless initiatives, and working with modern, cloud-managed networking platforms. You will serve as a technical leader for wireless architecture, providing hands-on engineering as well as guidance to internal teams and customers.

Duties

• Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise wireless networks with a strong emphasis on Juniper Mist WLAN
• Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance Wi-Fi solutions for campus, branch, and high-density environments
• Configure and manage Juniper Mist APs, cloud dashboards, policies, RF profiles, and assurance features
• Perform wireless site surveys, RF analysis, and performance optimization
• Troubleshoot complex wireless issues using Mist AI insights, packet analysis, and RF tools
• Integrate wireless solutions with switching, routing, and security platforms
• Lead wireless projects from design through implementation and handoff
• Provide escalation-level support and root-cause analysis for production environments
• Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Experience

Required

• 7+ years of wireless network design, wireless survey, and network architecture
• 5+ years of zero trust experience
• 3+ years working with Juniper Mist Wireless
• Hands-on experience with Juniper Mist WLAN
• Solid understanding of: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E/7); RF design, channel planning, and interference mitigation; WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS, NAC integrations
• Experience with wireless troubleshooting tools and methodologies
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, and network security fundamentals
• Ability to work independently and lead complex technical initiatives
• JNCIA Certification
• US Citizenship or Green Card required
• Confidential security clearance required but can be applied for as part of this position

Preferred

• Juniper certifications (JNCIA-MistAI, JNCIS/JNCIP, or equivalent)
• Experience with Juniper switching (EX) and routing (SRX, MX)
• Familiarity with Ekahau or similar wireless survey tools
• Experience in healthcare, education, large campus, or high-density environments
• Scripting or automation experience (Python, APIs) is a plus

Work Location: Remote