Architecting Ultra-Fast Wireless & Procedural 3D Worlds.
Senior Network & Wireless Engineer specializing in large-scale Wi-Fi 6E/7 deployments, Juniper Mist migrations, and Python network automation. Blending hardcore enterprise infrastructure with creative Houdini & Blender simulations.
Ashish Sharma
Senior Network & Wireless Engineer
Engineering Rigor Meets Creative Vision
With over 15 years leading wired and wireless infrastructure projects across high-density arenas and enterprise campuses, I combine network automation with procedural 3D artistry.
Wireless & RF Design
Expert in Wi-Fi 5/6/6E/7 architectures, Hamina Network Planner site surveys, Juniper Mist Cloud, and high-density arena tuning.
Routing & Automation
Reducing configuration errors by 30% through Python scripting, Wireshark packet deep-dives, OSPF, VLANs, and VPN security.
Creative 3D & Simulation
Designing procedural node networks, particle simulations, and stunning architectural renders in Blender and Houdini.
Professional Experience
15+ years of driving enterprise network migrations, QA test validation, and global infrastructure operations.
WiFi QA Engineer
Mar 2025 - PresentComcast Corp • Philadelphia, PA
Design test strategies for validating Wi-Fi performance (Ruckus, Extreme) in test chambers and Xfinity Arena. Perform automated and manual testing of MLO, MU-MIMO, band steering, and roaming using Testgrid and Alethea hardware.
Senior Network Manager
Jun 2024 - Feb 2025Western Digital • San Jose, CA
Led the migration from Cisco legacy wireless to Juniper Mist Cloud across multiple locations. Conducted RF site surveys, deployed WPA3 and 802.1X security, and automated network provisioning with Python.
Network Lead Engineer
Jul 2022 - Aug 2023HSBC • Pune, India
Managed global Wi-Fi infrastructure migration from Cisco to Juniper Mist. Coordinated cross-functional teams, optimized wireless security with RADIUS/802.1X, and implemented QoS policies for VoIP/Video.
Prior Enterprise Leadership & Technical Support Roles
Benison Technologies (Tech Support Manager), Indio Networks, Persistent Systems (Cisco CMX & vBLEs), Mojo Networks (Wi-Fi Diagnostics), Fiserv, and Applied Micro Circuits Corp. (2009 - 2022).
Portfolio & 3D Simulations
Exploring procedural node networks, particle dynamics, and wireless RF field heatmaps through Houdini and Blender.
Procedural Data Packet Flow Simulation
A Houdini VEX-driven particle simulation visualizing gigabit data packet streams bouncing across dynamic network topologies.
High-Density Arena RF Coverage Map
Advanced 3D RF site survey heatmap modeling attenuation, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), and roaming handoffs for 2,000+ simultaneous users.
Abstract Enterprise Switch Architecture
Hard-surface modular sci-fi switch blade concept sculpted and rendered in Blender with procedural cyberpunk shader nodes.
Articles & Technical Insights
Deep dives into enterprise Wi-Fi migrations, Wireshark troubleshooting, network automation, and creative procedural design.
Migrating 2,000+ Users from Cisco WLC to Juniper Mist Cloud
A comprehensive architectural guide on transitioning enterprise wireless networks with zero downtime, robust 802.1X security, and AI-driven troubleshooting.
Reducing Configuration Errors by 30% with Python Scripts
How Python and Shell scripting streamline repetitive switch provisioning, bulk VLAN deployments, and automated compliance auditing.
Procedural Design in Houdini: Bridging Math & Art
Exploring how node-based procedural workflows in Houdini mirror network routing logic and packet distribution algorithms.
Let's Discuss Networking & Creative Projects.
Whether you need senior wireless engineering leadership, Wi-Fi 6E/7 validation, or creative 3D simulations, my inbox is open.