Network Engineering Tech Lead

Samsung SDS America (SDSA), the IT and innovation hub of Samsung, delivers innovative cloud, AI, digital logistics, cybersecurity, and enterprise solutions to transform the way businesses work and operate. We serve Fortune 500 companies across industries and are driving digital transformation with cutting-edge technologies and trusted services.

We are redefining enterprise connectivity by building secure, scalable, and high-performing networks that power innovation across corporate offices, campuses, and remote sites. As a Network Engineer Tech Lead at our research campus in Mountain View, CA, you will be at the forefront of architecting modern network solutions that keep our teams connected and our business moving forward.

This role is perfect for an Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges, leading large-scale projects, and ensuring seamless integration across diverse technologies. You'll design and optimize network infrastructures, implement cutting-edge security standards, and mentor the next generation of network professionals-all while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver resilient, enterprise-grade connectivity.

As the Network Engineer Tech Lead, you will be focusing on these key responsibilities:

• Enterprise Network Design & Implementation: Architect and deploy secure, scalable wireless and wired networks across corporate offices, campuses, and remote sites, including site surveys, AP/controller configuration, and performance optimization.
• Security & Compliance: Establish and enforce network security standards (WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS), ensure compliance with industry regulations (PCI-DSS, HIPAA), and proactively detect and mitigate threats such as rogue APs.
• Project & Team Mentorship: Drive large-scale network initiatives (upgrades, redesigns, new deployments), collaborate across IT teams for seamless integration, and mentor engineers while maintaining documentation and operational readiness.

Location: This is a 100% onsite role in Mountain View, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performing networks for enterprise corporate offices, campuses, and remote sites.
• Conduct wireless site surveys (predictive and physical) using tools like Ekahau or AirMagnet.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and tuning of wireless access points (APs), controllers, routers, switches and related infrastructure (e.g., Aruba, Cisco).
• Develop and implement Wi-Fi security standards, including WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS integration, and rogue AP detection.
• Monitor network performance, capacity, and usage to identify and resolve coverage issues and bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with other network, security, and application teams to ensure seamless connectivity and integration.
• Lead or support large-scale projects, including upgrades, redesigns, and new deployments.
• Expert understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 networking.
• Maintain and update documentation: network diagrams, SOPs, and topology maps.
• Provide mentorship to junior network engineers and assist with technical training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA).
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical outages or performance incidents.
• Business travel: 5% domestic.