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Sharp Brains

Senior Network Consultant

Sharp Brains, Santa Monica, California, United States, 90403

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We are seeking a highly skilled and client-oriented

Network Engineer

with strong expertise in

Meraki firewalls, switching, and wireless technologies . This role involves end-to-end involvement in the planning, design, and deployment of network solutions at customer sites, including

wireless site surveys ,

access point (AP) deployments , and

troubleshooting .

The ideal candidate will be confident in client interactions, experienced with

Ekahau

for active surveys, and comfortable leading onsite activities while coordinating closely with internal teams for documentation and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a

client-facing technical lead

for the planning and design of Meraki network solutions.

Conduct

wireless site surveys

to validate and finalize

mounting and deployment plans .

Lead onsite AP deployments , including positioning, mounting, and configuration.

Use

Ekahau

for

active wireless surveys , post-deployment validation, and optimization.

Troubleshoot and resolve

wireless network issues

to ensure strong signal coverage and performance.

Support the

staging, unboxing, and physical setup

of networking devices (firewalls, switches, APs).

Coordinate

device labeling, documentation , and handover with internal teams and clients.

Ensure best practices are followed during installations, with a focus on quality and consistency.

Collaborate with project managers and other engineers to meet timelines and client expectations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

3–5 years of hands-on experience in network engineering roles, particularly with

Cisco Meraki .

Strong knowledge of

Meraki firewalls, switches, and wireless access points .

Proven experience with

Ekahau

for wireless planning and post-deployment surveys.

Strong understanding of

wireless technologies (802.11 standards), RF principles , and site survey methodologies.

Experience in

client-facing roles

with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Ability to interpret floor plans and building layouts for AP placement and cabling.

Familiarity with

cabling standards

and basic physical infrastructure for wireless and network deployments.

Detail-oriented with good documentation and coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with multi-site deployments.

Familiarity with other wireless tools (e.g., NetAlly, Wireshark).

Experience working in corporate, retail, or distributed office environments.

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