Wi-Fi Architect

Job Description:

Perform exploratory testing of Wi Fi features across CPE devices (Gateways, Routers, Extenders).Validate Wi Fi functionality including:SSID creation and managementSecurity modes (WPA2/WPA3, WPS)Band steering, client steering, mesh behaviorRoaming, handoff, and multi AP scenarios

Test real world usage scenarios such as:

Multiple client types (mobile, laptops, IoT, smart TVs)Dense client environmentsInterference, channel congestion, and environmental variations

Identify edge cases, race conditions, and intermittent issues through investigative testing.Perform performance and stability validation:Throughput, latency, packet lossLong duration soak and stress testing

Collaborate closely with developers, architects, and product teams to:Share exploratory findingsReproduce complex customer reported issuesSuggest test ideas based on system design

Execute limited scripted/regression testing, with primary focus on unscripted exploratory testing.Log high quality defects with detailed observations, logs, and reproduction steps.Analyze logs, packet captures, and system traces for issue triage.

Required Skills & Experience

Strong understanding of Wi Fi fundamentals:802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi Fi 4/5/6)2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz basics

Hands on testing experience with:Broadband gateways, routers, mesh/extendersLinux based embedded systems

Familiarity with testing tools:iPerf, Wireshark, tcpdumpWi Fi analyzer tools (mobile/desktop)

The expected salary range for this position is between $90K - $170K annually. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business line, and geographic/office location.

Paid Leave, Health Insurance, Group life Insurance, Disability, 401(K)