Network Engineer

Job title: Network Engineer

Location: Milan or Rome in Italy

Working Model: Hybrid

Must have skills: Mist Ai + Italian + Networking background

Duration: 6 Month’s- Opportunities to extend

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and customer-facing Resident Engineer to support the deployment, configuration, and optimization of Juniper Mist AI-driven networking solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with our internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure the seamless integration of Mist wireless, wired, and AI-driven systems, while providing ongoing technical support and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or assist in the implementation of Juniper Mist AI solutions, including wireless APs, EX switches, and cloud-based management.
• Work onsite or remotely with client teams to understand network requirements and translate them into technical configurations.
• Perform configuration, validation, and testing of Mist systems in line with project goals.
• Provide ongoing operational support, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for issues related to Juniper Mist environments.
• Integrate Mist systems with existing infrastructure (e.g., RADIUS, DHCP, DNS, firewalls, NAC, third-party tools).
• Optimize network performance using Mist AI analytics and Marvis Virtual Network Assistant.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including configurations, diagrams, and change control logs.
• Deliver knowledge transfer and training to client technical staff on Juniper Mist solutions.
• Collaborate with Juniper support and engineering teams to escalate and resolve complex technical issues.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in enterprise networking or a similar role.
• Proven experience with Juniper Mist implementation, configuration, and management.
• Deep understanding of wireless networking (802.11 standards) and WLAN design best practices.
• Experience with Juniper EX switches and Mist cloud portal.
• Hands-on experience with Marvis AI, Assurance, and location-based services is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with network access control (NAC), authentication protocols (RADIUS, 802.1X), and security policies.
• Solid knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), QoS, and multicast.
• Proficiency with CLI, APIs, and network automation tools is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and manage time and priorities effectively.

Certifications (preferred but not mandatory):

• Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA-MistAI or JNCIA-Cloud)
• Juniper Networks Certified Specialist (JNCIS-MistAI or JNCIS-ENT)
• CWNA/CWNP certifications
• Industry certifications from Cisco, Aruba, or other vendors are a plus