Senior Network Engineer (Aruba Wireless - ISP/WISP Exposure)

Senior Network Engineer (Wireless / Aruba / ISP Infrastructure) – Remote | EST Hours Position Type: Full-Time | Independent Contractor Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours (EST) About the Role At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a Senior Network Engineer to support and optimize wireless and network infrastructure in a fast-moving technical environment. This role is focused on: Enterprise wireless networking Routing & switching ISP/WISP-style infrastructure Troubleshooting & performance optimization You’ll work on real-world deployments, network reliability, and infrastructure improvement — not just basic helpdesk tickets. If you enjoy solving complex network problems and working hands-on with wireless infrastructure, this role is a strong fit. What You’ll Own Wireless Networking (Core Focus) Support and deploy enterprise wireless solutions: Aruba (preferred) Cisco Ubiquiti Similar platforms Configure and troubleshoot: Access points Wireless controllers Cloud-managed systems Optimize: Coverage Performance Reliability Support wireless troubleshooting and RF-related issues Network Infrastructure & Routing Configure and troubleshoot: Routing Switching VLANs Segmentation Work with: TCP/IP OSPF BGP Support network stability and uptime across environments ISP / WISP Infrastructure (Strong Plus) Work within ISP/WISP-style environments Support: Point-to-Point (PTP) links Point-to-Multipoint (PTMP) wireless systems Assist with: Network monitoring Uptime management Connectivity troubleshooting CLI Configuration & Troubleshooting Work with CLI-based configurations across network devices Diagnose: Connectivity issues Packet loss Performance bottlenecks Outages Use monitoring and packet analysis tools to identify root causes What Makes You a Strong Fit You are hands-on and comfortable troubleshooting live environments You enjoy solving infrastructure and connectivity issues You are comfortable working independently in remote environments You can communicate technical issues clearly to teams and stakeholders You think proactively about reliability and performance Required Experience & Skills Experience in: Network engineering Network support Infrastructure support Strong understanding of: Routing & switching Wireless networking TCP/IP fundamentals Comfortable with: CLI configurations Network troubleshooting Infrastructure diagnostics Experience working with: Aruba (preferred but not required) Cisco MikroTik Ubiquiti Similar networking platforms Nice to Have Aruba wireless experience ISP / WISP environment exposure RF planning or wireless optimization experience Networking certifications: CCNA CCNP Aruba certifications MikroTik certifications Experience with: Monitoring systems Packet capture tools Network uptime optimization What a Typical Day Looks Like Configure and troubleshoot network devices Support wireless deployments and optimization Investigate connectivity and performance issues Monitor infrastructure reliability and uptime Collaborate with teams on network improvements Resolve technical incidents and escalations In short: You help maintain stable, high-performing wireless and network infrastructure across real-world production environments. Key Metrics (KPIs) Network uptime and reliability Resolution time for technical issues Wireless performance and coverage optimization Successful deployment and configuration accuracy Reduced recurring infrastructure issues Why This Role Stands Out Work on real infrastructure environments Strong exposure to wireless + ISP/WISP networking High-impact technical ownership Opportunity to grow into: Lead Network Engineer Infrastructure Architect Wireless Specialist Fully remote with U.S.-based collaboration Interview Process Initial Screening Technical Discussion Client Interview Offer Apply Now If you: Enjoy working on real network infrastructure Have strong troubleshooting and wireless networking skills Want hands-on exposure to enterprise and ISP-style environments Thrive in technical, fast-moving environments This role is a strong opportunity to grow within advanced networking and infrastructure operations.