Distinguished Engineer – Wireless Architecture (10207)

Posted:
3/16/2026, 2:16:44 AM

Location(s):
California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Pay:
$47/hr or $97,760 total comp

Distinguished Engineer – Wireless Architecture

Are you a recognized leader in wireless networking looking for an opportunity to shape both industry standards and a global wireless product portfolio?

Extreme Networks is seeking a Distinguished Engineer – Wireless Architecture to define and lead the next generation of enterprise wireless systems and drive the technical roadmap for Wi-Fi 7, Wi-Fi 8, and AI-driven wireless networking. Our wireless platforms power networks across enterprises, campuses, universities, large public venues, and cities worldwide.

Role Overview

The Distinguished Engineer will shape the long-term wireless architecture of Extreme Networks and ensure the company remains at the forefront of enterprise wireless innovation as networks evolve toward AI-driven automation, ultra-high-density deployments, and next-generation Wi-Fi platforms.

This role will work closely with executive leadership, product management, and engineering teams to define the multi-year wireless technology strategy, guide architectural decisions across multiple product lines, and drive technical leadership in Wi-Fi 7, Wi-Fi 8, Wireless AI, and emerging wireless technologies.

This role requires deep expertise in wireless systems, RF performance, large-scale and high-density wireless deployments (campuses, large public venues, and enterprise environments), AI-driven RF and power optimizations, network monitoring and automated troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate is a recognized industry expert who has influenced wireless standards, large-scale wireless deployments, or next-generation wireless platform architectures.

Extreme Networks

Website: http://www.extremenetworks.com/

Headquarter Location: San Jose, California, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1996

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Series B

Industries: Communication Hardware ⋅ Computer ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Internet of Things ⋅ Network Hardware