Description:
We’re looking for a Senior Staff Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and evolution of Palo Alto Networks’ global wireless network infrastructure. Based at our Santa Clara headquarters, this role is central to delivering a secure, scalable, and high-performing campus network experience.
You'll work alongside a team of experienced network engineers and partner closely with IT security, infrastructure, and automation teams to build a next-generation wireless environment. We’re seeking someone who brings technical depth, creative problem-solving, and a passion for innovation—someone who thrives in a dynamic environment where priorities shift quickly and impact is expected.
Your Impact
- Design, implement, and enhance wireless network architectures, ensuring security, performance, and scalability
- Integrate wireless solutions with broader network infrastructure and lead initiatives to improve performance and security
- Define and enforce wireless security controls, implementing advanced features like secure access and encryption
- Collaborate with IT security and network software teams to automate management, mitigate risks, and drive innovation
- Lead multi-quarter wireless network projects, from design through implementation and maintenance
- Mentor and lead the network engineering team, fostering knowledge-sharing and technical growth
- Resolve wireless network incidents, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders and collaboration with the incident management team
Qualifications
Your Experience
- 8+ years of experience in fast-paced networking environments, specializing in wireless network design and implementation
- Extensive knowledge of wireless technologies and protocols, including Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax/ac/n, and RF design principles
- Expertise in wireless security controls and best practices, ideally with Palo Alto Networks platforms
- Proven ability to lead large-scale wireless network projects from conception to completion
- Experience with CI/CD for configuration automation is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, adept at resolving complex operational issues
- Familiarity with backbone network infrastructure (routing & switching) and its integration with wireless networks
- Experience with Routing and Switching from vendors like Arista or Juniper
- Wireless experience with Aruba and Integration with ClearPass is a plus