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We are seeking a Systems Architect - WLC to define the future direction of connected network operations. This role involves establishing the target architecture and implementation roadmap for a next-generation Unified Connectivity Platform. The platform integrates Enterprise Wi-Fi, NMS, ACS, Analytics, Service Assurance, and AI-driven operations.

Responsibilities

- Conduct Enterprise Wi-Fi and Controller discovery sessions with stakeholders to confirm requirements spanning WLAN, security, AAA/NAC, RF, client experience, and service assurance
- Establish the AP–Controller–Cloud architecture hypothesis, covering WLC, AP software/firmware, RF intelligence, telemetry, and multi-site management
- Evaluate OpenWiFi and current capabilities to determine Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend opportunities and identify platform differentiators
- Guide architecture decisions and provide technical recommendations addressing SaaS, multi-tenancy, observability, analytics, integrations, risks, and dependencies
- Assist in MVP prioritization, effort estimation, and phased roadmap development while contributing to architecture documentation and executive-level recommendations
- Convert business requirements into scalable solutions by assessing Build vs.



Reuse vs. Extend strategies
- Collaborate with Product, Architecture, Engineering, and Operations teams

Requirements

- 12-18 years of overall software development experience
- 12+ years of experience in Software Architecture and Development within Enterprise Networking/WLAN, Wireless Controllers, AP management, and large-scale Wi-Fi deployments
- Knowledge of Wi-Fi 5/6/6E/7 and 802.11 standards
- Expertise in AP software/firmware, AP–Controller communication, onboarding, provisioning, configuration, firmware lifecycle, and OTA updates
- Familiarity with Qualcomm/MediaTek platforms
- Background in RF/RRM, channel and power management, band steering, load balancing, roaming, airtime fairness, and interference management
- Understanding of WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS/AAA, NAC, Dynamic VLAN, MAB, and policy-based access control
- Skills in Wi-Fi telemetry, monitoring, observability, service assurance, client experience, and network analytics
- Familiarity with OpenWiFi/uCentral, microservices, REST APIs, and event-driven/SaaS architectures
- Proficiency in SNMP, NETCONF, MQTT, gRPC/gNMI, and streaming telemetry

We offer

- Prospect to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
- Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
- Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
- Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
- Focused individual development
- Benefit package:
- Health benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Flexible advantages

- Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)

📌 Systems Architect - WLC (India)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 India