Wi-Fi Architect

L&T Technology Services; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Health Insurance

Group life Insurance

Disability

401(K)

Job summary

L&T Technology Services in Sunnyvale is seeking a senior engineer to lead end-to-end EasyMesh development within the RDK-B framework, shaping architecture, implementation, interoperability, and operator deployment.

The role requires hands-on expertise in IEEE 802.11 standards, WFA EasyMesh, and strong C/C++, Python, and Java skills. You will collaborate with operators and industry groups, drive certification programs, and enforce CI/CD practices to ensure robust, scalable deployments.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in IEEE 802.11 standards and WFA Easymesh.
• Hands-on proficiency with Wi-Fi user-space tools: wpa_supplicant, hostapd, iw, nl80211.
• Proficiency in C and C++, plus Python and Java.
• Experience with RDK-B platform preferred.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, 802.1X/EAP and network diagnostics.
• Experience with WFA certification tooling.
• Version control with Git/Perforce/SVN.
• Familiarity with Jira/Buganizer.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end EasyMesh development within the RDK-B framework, covering architecture, implementation, interoperability, and operator deployment
• Represent the organization as an active member of the RDKB EasyMesh working group, collaborating with industry stakeholders to commercialize RDKB EasyMesh solutions
• Drive WFA (Wi‑Fi Alliance) EasyMesh certification programs — owning test planning, execution, and resolution of certification failures
• Lead interoperability efforts with third-party EasyMesh controllers (e.g., Airties) and validate against operator‑specific deployment requirements
• Manage operator adoption processes — engaging directly with cable and broadband operators on feature requirements, field issues, and roadmap alignment
• Define and enforce engineering best practices, code quality standards, and CI/CD processes across the team

Skills

WiFi 7 (802.11be)

WFA Easymesh

C/C++

Python

Java

RDK-B

TCP/IP

DHCP

Wireshark/tcpdump

Git/Perforce/SVN

Jira/Buganizer

Interoperability testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

hostapd

wpa_supplicant

iw

nl80211

sigma-dut

QuickTrack

wireshark

Job description

• Lead end-to-end EasyMesh development within the RDK-B framework, covering architecture, implementation, interoperability, and operator deployment
• Represent the organization as an active member of the RDKB EasyMesh working group, collaborating with industry stakeholders to commercialize RDKB EasyMesh solutions
• Drive WFA (Wi‑Fi Alliance) EasyMesh certification programs — owning test planning, execution, and resolution of certification failures
• Lead interoperability efforts with third-party EasyMesh controllers (e.g., Airties) and validate against operator‑specific deployment requirements
• Manage operator adoption processes — engaging directly with cable and broadband operators on feature requirements, field issues, and roadmap alignment
• Define and enforce engineering best practices, code quality standards, and CI/CD processes across the team

Required Skills:

• Deep expertise in IEEE 802.11 standards: 802.11a/b/g/n (Wi‑Fi 4), 802.11ac (Wi‑Fi 5), 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6/6E), 802.11be (Wi‑Fi 7), WFA specification (Easymesh)
• Hands‑on proficiency in Wi‑Fi user‑space tools and modules: wpa_supplicant, hostapd, iw, nl80211
• Proficiency in C and C++; working knowledge of Python and Java
• Experience in RDKB platform is preferable.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, 802.1X/EAP authentication, and network diagnostics tools (Wireshark, tcpdump)
• Experience with WFA certification tooling: sigma‑dut, QuickTrack, testbed configuration, wireshark etc.
• Proficiency with version control systems: git (primary), Perforce, SVN
• Familiarity with project tracking tools: Jira, Buganizer

The expected salary range for this position is between $120K - $180K 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)