Lead Network Engineer (R51237) (San Jose)

Lead Network Engineer (R51237) role at Cadence

Responsibilities

• Campus Network Architecture: Lead the end-to-end design and deployment of campus network solutions, leveraging Cisco, HPE, and Aruba platforms to ensure scalability, resilience, and seamless user experience.
• Wireless Networking: Architect, implement, and manage Aruba Wireless infrastructure, optimizing coverage, capacity, and security for thousands of users across campus facilities.
• Network Access Control: Deploy and administer ClearPass solutions for secure network access, including device onboarding, authentication, policy enforcement, and guest management.
• Integration & Interoperability: Ensure seamless integration between Cisco, HPE, and Aruba ecosystems, troubleshooting and optimizing interoperability challenges.
• Network Performance Optimization: Monitor, analyze, and fine-tune network performance, proactively identifying bottlenecks, enhancing throughput, and minimizing downtime.
• Security & Compliance: Implement robust security protocols and standards across wired and wireless networks, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
• Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams in large-scale network projects, setting clear milestones, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely completion.
• Documentation & Standards: Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including topology diagrams, device inventories, configuration standards, and incident reports.
• End-User Support: Provide expert-level troubleshooting for network-related issues, collaborating with helpdesk teams, site support teams and end users.
• Capacity Planning: Analyze current and projected network needs, designing scalable solutions to support organizational growth and evolving technology.
• High Availability & Business Continuity: Develop and maintain network redundancy, failover mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree or certifications are a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 15 years’ progressive experience in network engineering, with demonstrable expertise in campus network environments.
• Technical Certifications Preferred:
• Cisco CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Wireless)
• HPE ASE/MASE (Aruba Certified)
• Aruba Certified Mobility Expert (ACMX) or Professional (ACMP)
• Aruba Certified ClearPass Expert (ACCX)
• Other relevant industry certifications are desirable

Skills

• Hands-on experience and advanced troubleshooting skills with:
• Cisco switching and routing (Catalyst, Nexus, DNA Center)
• HPE/Aruba switching
• Aruba Wireless, APs, Controllers, Mobility Conductor
• ClearPass Policy Manager, Guest, Onboard, and integration features
• Network access control and zero-trust frameworks
• Network monitoring tools
• Authentication protocols (802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, EAP)

Soft Skills

• Results-driven mindset with a track record of delivering high-impact network solutions on time and within budget
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and organizational abilities
• Clear and effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Leadership and mentorship experience, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among teams
• Agility in dynamic, fast-paced environments, adapting to evolving business needs