Senior Wireless Systems Engineer | Confidential Employer | Kochi / Trivandrum, Kerala

Tech Junction Ltd; Ernakulam; Presencial; INR 1.980.000 - 2.420.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Velodata in Kochi / Trivandrum, Kerala, is seeking a Senior Wireless Systems Engineer with 7+ years of experience to design, optimize, and validate next‑generation Wi‑Fi connectivity solutions. You will closely collaborate with firmware, driver, validation, and product teams on secure, high‑performance WLAN systems.

The role focuses on IEEE 802.11 technologies, MAC layer protocols, RF calibration, DFS/CAC, and advanced security implementations, offering an exciting frontier in wireless

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, CS, Telecommunications, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of wireless networking experience with IEEE 802.11 standards.
• Strong knowledge of WPA2, WPA3, PMF and wireless security.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, debug, and optimise next-generation Wi‑Fi and WLAN connectivity solutions.
• Analyse and implement IEEE 802.11 wireless protocol features and enhancements.
• Develop and troubleshoot MAC layer functionality and wireless communication flows.
• Perform wireless protocol analysis, debugging, and validation activities.
• Support DFS, CAC, and Radar Detection implementations.
• Conduct RF calibration and performance optimisation activities.
• Implement and optimise wireless coexistence mechanisms.
• Analyse wireless packet captures using Wireshark and monitor/sniffer tools.
• Investigate and resolve WLAN performance, reliability, and security issues.
• Collaborate with Firmware, Driver, Validation, Certification, and Product teams.

Conocimientos

IEEE 802.11 technologies

MAC Layer protocols

RF calibration

WPA2/WPA3/PMF

Wireshark analysis

Embedded wireless systems

DFS/CAC/Radar Detection

Wireless security implementations

Wireless performance optimisation

Packet-level troubleshooting

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, CS, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering

Herramientas

Wireshark

Spectrum analysis tools

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Wireless Systems Engineer to design, develop, optimize, and validate next-generation Wi-Fi connectivity solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering robust, secure, and high-performance wireless networking products, with a focus on WLAN protocols, RF optimization, wireless security, spectrum management, and embedded wireless systems.

Detailed Job Description

As a Senior Wireless Systems Engineer, you will work on advanced wireless technologies supporting modern Wi-Fi platforms and embedded networking solutions. You will collaborate closely with Firmware, Driver Development, Validation, Certification, and Product Engineering teams to develop reliable and standards-compliant wireless connectivity features. The role requires deep expertise in IEEE 802.11 technologies, MAC layer protocols, RF calibration, wireless security frameworks, and packet-level troubleshooting. You will be responsible for analyzing wireless performance, resolving protocol issues, optimising system behavior, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative wireless networking products while working with cutting-edge Wi-Fi technologies and advanced connectivity platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, and optimise next-generation Wi-Fi and WLAN connectivity solutions.
• Analyse and implement IEEE 802.11 wireless protocol features and enhancements.
• Develop and troubleshoot MAC layer functionality and wireless communication flows.
• Perform wireless protocol analysis, debugging, and validation activities.
• Support DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection), CAC (Channel Availability Check), and Radar Detection implementations.
• Conduct RF calibration and performance optimisation activities.
• Implement and optimise wireless coexistence mechanisms.
• Analyse wireless packet captures using Wireshark and monitor/sniffer mode tools.
• Investigate and resolve WLAN performance, reliability, interoperability, and connectivity issues.
• Support WPA2, WPA3, PMF, and advanced wireless security implementations.
• Conduct wireless security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and remediation activities.
• Troubleshoot embedded wireless systems and networking environments.
• Collaborate with Firmware, Driver, Validation, Certification, and Product teams.
• Participate in product development, testing, performance tuning, and certification efforts.
• Maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and engineering reports.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant wireless networking experience.
• Strong expertise in IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax standards.
• In-depth understanding of MAC Layer architecture and wireless protocols.
• Hands‑on experience with DFS, CAC, and Radar Detection mechanisms.
• Strong expertise in RF calibration and wireless performance optimisation.
• Knowledge of wireless coexistence technologies and interference mitigation techniques.
• Experience performing wireless packet analysis using Wireshark and similar protocol analysis tools.
• Strong knowledge of WPA2, WPA3, and Protected Management Frames (PMF).
• Experience with WLAN security vulnerability analysis and remediation.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills within embedded and networking environments.
• Ability to work closely with cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Wi-Fi 6 and Wi‑Fi 6E technologies.
• Exposure to Wi‑Fi 7 standards and emerging wireless technologies.
• Embedded Linux or RTOS development experience.
• WLAN driver or firmware development experience.
• Knowledge of RF testing and certification processes.
• Experience working with spectrum analysis tools.
• Understanding of networking protocols and TCP/IP stack behavior.
• Experience supporting wireless certification programs.
• Exposure to carrier-grade or enterprise wireless solutions.

Why Apply

• Work on advanced wireless and next‑generation connectivity technologies.
• Gain exposure to cutting‑edge Wi‑Fi standards and wireless innovation.
• Collaborate with highly skilled firmware, driver, validation, and networking teams.
• Contribute to high‑impact wireless product development initiatives.
• Expand expertise in RF engineering, wireless protocols, and security technologies.
• Competitive compensation package with strong growth opportunities.
• Join a technology‑focused engineering environment driving innovation and connectivity excellence.

Application Information

• Position: Senior Wireless Systems Engineer
• Location: Kochi / Trivandrum, Kerala
• Experience Required: 7+ Years
• Maximum Compensation: ₹22 LPA
• Application Email: [e-mail]

Recruitment Pro Tip

To maximise your chances of shortlisting, highlight your experience with IEEE 802.11 protocol development, RF calibration projects, DFS and radar detection implementations, WLAN security expertise, Wireshark analysis, embedded wireless debugging, performance optimisation initiatives, and any product certifications or commercial WLAN deployments you have supported.