Network Scientist

goTenna

Network Scientist developing goTenna’s Aspen Grove mesh networking protocols. Working with teams to implement innovative networking solutions in hybrid locations across the US.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeJersey City • Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and simulating network protocols, particularly in wireless mesh networking, utilizing advanced programming skills in C++ and Python. Capable of collaborating across teams to implement solutions in embedded systems and network architecture while contributing to innovation and technical documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingNetwork Simulator 3 (NS-3)Wireless Mesh NetworkingEmbedded Systems

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Hard Skills

Network Protocol DesignRouting ProtocolsPerformance AnalysisSimulation ModelingExperimental Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Network Simulator 3 (NS-3)Firmware ImplementationAuxiliary Software

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Computer NetworkingNetwork CommunicationsWireless NetworkingITAR CompliancePeer-Reviewed Publications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing, implementing, simulating, and analyzing network protocol models.
Designing cutting-edge medium access, routing, and transport protocols for mesh networking.
Constructing models and running simulations in Network Simulator 3 (ns-3) or similar discrete-event simulation tool to evaluate, refine, and estimate performance for a variety of scenarios.
Producing design specifications and experimental analysis reports.
Understanding the radio hardware and constraints to accurately represent them in models.
Collaborating with the firmware team to support the implementation in actual radio hardware, including supporting the firmware implementation via simulation results and auxiliary software as appropriate.
Working with the Product team to determine the feasibility of new features and capabilities.
Professional activities including publishing at peer-reviewed conferences, journals and performing committee service.
Driving cutting-edge innovation in wireless networking and related technologies, facilitating new idea generation, and patenting inventions.
Writing company white papers to allow the team and customers to keep up with state-of-the-art developments.
Supporting troubleshooting of issues found by the QA team, when needed.
Providing expert-level protocol know-how training and support to other teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field and at least one (1) year of relevant experience in Computer Networking, Wireless Mesh Networking, and Network Communications.
Extensive knowledge of C++ and Python programming languages.
Experience in Embedded Systems and Network Architecture.
Developing novel routing solutions for wireless mesh networks using NS-3 simulation framework
Multi-team or scaled environments with complex dependencies.
Working in startup or fast-moving product environments.
AI-assisted workflows or developer tooling.
Working on government-focused projects. ITAR: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Required
CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
401(k) plan
Unlimited PTO
Parental Leave with Pay
Holiday pay (including December recess)
Medical, Dental, Vision and life insurance
Pre-tax benefits
Short- and Long-term disability plans
Professional Development Stipend