Senior Network Engineer (Aruba Wireless - ISP/WISP Exposure)
TypeContract
LocationSouth Africa
Posted1 hour ago
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.
Originally posted on Himalayas
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.
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