REMOTE - Engineer II (Wireless)
Company: Ross Stores, Inc.
Location: Boston
Posted on: June 26, 2022
Job Description:
Welcome to Ross Stores, Inc., where our differences make us
stronger--- At Ross and dd's, inclusion is a way of life. We care
about our Associates and the communities we serve and we value
their differences. We are committed to building diverse teams and
an inclusive culture. We respect and celebrate the diversity of
backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with
us. Come join us as we continue our diversity, equality and
inclusion journey!General PurposeThe Wireless Network Engineer
(WNE) provides the technical delivery consulting role in the
Infrastructure and Application Delivery lifecycles from detail
design, integration, maintenance, and upgrades of hardware, network
software, standards across the enterprise as it relates to the
Company's Network. The Wireless Network Engineer defines and
follows discreet procedures and protocols to ensure network
integrity, and compliance, and monitors network utilization, user
functions, and performance metrics as required.The Wireless Network
Engineer analyzes project requirements and designs solution to
assure that the network is functionally appropriate, technically
valid, and well integrated in accordance with the business user
requirements, methods and standards throughout the project life
cycle.The Wireless Network Engineer works in the areas of:
Development, Infrastructure, and Application Support and may also
serve as Wireless Network Subject Matter Expert (SME). The Wireless
Network Engineer works with External Service Providers, Business,
Development, QA and Application Support teams during the
Development, QA, and production release cycles. The WNE is involved
in requirements coordination, review and tracking of change
requests, defect assessment, system configuration. WNE is also
involved in knowledge transfer and systems solution support during
the warranty period and coordination, 3rd level production
infrastructure support, priority management and implementation of
break-fix, maintenance and change requests. Responsibilities may
also include research and review of technical solution
alternatives, proposals for systems solutions.Essential
Functions
- Research, evaluate, develop and implement Wireless Network
Engineering designs and standards following industry best
practices.
- Ensure that current and planned technical solutions are
compatible with the company's business needs and strategic
objectives
- Work with the other IT organizations to design, develop, and
implement Enterprise Network solutions in support of development,
test, and production environments
- Provide technical expertise and assistance to other IT and
Business groupsCompetenciesPeople
- Building Effect Teams (for managers of People and
Projects)
- Developing Talent (for managers of people only, N/A for this
role/level)
- CollaborationSelf
- Leading by Example
- Communicates Effectively
- Ensures Accountability and Execution
- Manages ConflictBusiness
- Business Acumen
- Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
- Organizational AgilityWith Particular Emphasis On The Following
Specific Position-related Competencies
- Planning
- Problem Solving
- Written Communications
- Customer Focus
- Verbal Communications
- Approachability
- Listening
- Dealing with AmbiguityQualifications And Special Skills
Required
- Bachelor degree preferred or equivalent combination of
education and relevant experience.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- 7 to 10 years of hands on experience engineering wireless
networks.
- Senior level certification or equivalent with demonstrated
relevant experience.
- In depth knowledge of 802.11 technologies including:
802.11a/b/g/n/ac, CAPWAP, GRE Tunneling, Rogue Detection/Switchport
tracing, Wireless bridging, WPA-PSK, WEP, WPA2/802.1x, EAP, RF
Frequency fundamentals,
- In depth knowledge of both Centralized and Autonomous
Infrastructures.
- In depth knowledge of multiple wireless platforms and
management systems.
- Ability to support various wireless clients.
- In depth understanding of wireless site survey tools.
- Working knowledge of Extreme wifi technologies and Aruba wifi
technologies
- Working knowledge of Forescout NAC and Aruba Clearpass NAC
- Knowledge of Routing and Switching technologies and protocols
(BGP, EIGRP, VTP, MPLS, QoS, GRE, STP, IP SEC, etc.)
- Working knowledge and hands-on experience with Cisco's router
platforms (7200, ASR, etc.)
- Working knowledge and hands-on experience with Cisco's Switch
platforms (Catalyst 6500, 4500, 3750).
- Excellent communication skills are essential. Must be able to
give and receive correct information, explain difficult information
in layman's terms and maintain a customer service attitude to all
levels of users.
- Able to work independently and creatively problem solve complex
technical problems.
- Able to provide leadership, guidance and training to
others.
- Able to provide accurate estimates of time frames and cost
estimates necessary to complete potential projects and develop
milestones and project implementation plans.Preferred
Qualifications
- Certifications in areas related to wireless networking: CWNA,
CWSP, CWDP, ACMP
- Certifications in areas related to networking: CCNA,
CCNPPhysical Requirements/AdaJob requires ability to work in an
office environment, primarily on a computer.Requires sitting,
standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending
in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files,
etc.Consistent timeliness and regular attendance.Vision
requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or
electronically.This position may be performed remotely anywhere
within the United States except the State of Colorado.Supervisory
ResponsibilitiesN/ADisclaimerThis job description is a summary of
the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It
is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of
duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at
management's discretion.Ross is an equal employment opportunity
employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion
according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe
that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to
attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce.
Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting
discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national
origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex
(which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical
conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding),
veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic
partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic
characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity,
gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other
category protected by federal, state or local laws.#Remote
Keywords: Ross Stores, Inc., Boston , REMOTE - Engineer II (Wireless), IT / Software / Systems , Boston, Massachusetts
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