Wi-Fi Test and Integration Engineer

Saigepartners; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Saige Partners in San Jose, CA is seeking a SoC-WiFi Test Automation Engineer to join a high-impact team focused on advancing WLAN technology. The role involves designing, developing, and executing test cases for WLAN features, validating wireless performance on embedded systems, and contributing to test automation frameworks.

This is a W2 contract position onsite, with standard hours 8 am to 5 pm PST. You will own the defect lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to

Qualifications

• Advanced Python programming with automation scripts and test utilities.
• Strong experience testing embedded systems and wireless traffic generation.
• In-depth WLAN/Bluetooth standards knowledge and Wi‑Fi firmware concepts.
• Ability to create, configure, troubleshoot and maintain test setups.
• Analytical approach to debugging and root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Test development, execution, and coverage for WLAN features.
• Analyze results, document findings, and support product improvements.
• Develop and enhance Python-based test automation frameworks.
• Own end-to-end defect lifecycle and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Python

Embedded systems testing

WLAN/Wi-Fi expertise

Test environment management

Analytical troubleshooting

Tools

Jenkins

CI workflows

Job description

Wi-Fi Test and Integration Engineer (San Jose, CA)

Join a high-impact engineering team focused on advancing System-on-Chip (SoC) Wi-Fi technology. As a SoC-WiFi Test Automation Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of next-generation wireless communication solutions. This is a W2 contract position and is not eligible for C2C or W2 referral candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Development & Execution
  • Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test cases covering a wide range of WLAN features and functionalities.
  • Validate wireless communication performance, functionality, and reliability across embedded systems.
  • Analyze test results, identify issues, and document findings to support continuous product improvement.
• Test Automation & Framework Development
  • Develop and enhance Python-based automation scripts and test frameworks to improve test coverage, efficiency, and scalability.
  • Build, configure, and maintain test environments, infrastructure, and equipment.
  • Develop new test setups and maintain existing setups to support evolving validation requirements.
• Defect Management & Quality Assurance
  • Own the end-to-end defect lifecycle, from issue identification and reporting through root-cause investigation, tracking, and resolution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot complex issues and ensure timely resolution.
  • Drive continuous improvements in test processes, automation infrastructure, and overall product quality.

Qualifications

• Required
  • Advanced Python Programming: Demonstrated expertise in Python, including developing complex automation scripts, test utilities, and test cases.
  • Embedded Systems Testing: Strong experience testing embedded systems, including hands-on experience with wireless traffic generation tools.
  • WLAN/Wi-Fi Expertise: In-depth understanding of WLAN and Bluetooth (BT) standards, IEEE 802.11 MAC protocols, and Wi-Fi firmware.
  • Test Environment Management: Proven ability to create, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain test setups and validation environments.
  • Analytical & Troubleshooting Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to debugging, root-cause analysis, and issue resolution.
• Preferred
  • Experience executing Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) certification test scripts.
  • Familiarity with Jenkins and continuous integration (CI) workflows.
  • Experience maintaining and improving existing test automation frameworks and infrastructure.

Hours you will be work: Monday through Friday, onsite in San Jose, CA; 8 am - 5 pm PST

Compensation: $90-$95 per hour

Saige Partners, one of the fastest growing technology and talent companies in the Midwest, believes in people with a passion to help them succeed. We are in the business of helping professionals Build Careers, Not Jobs. Saige Partners believes employees are the most valuable asset to building a thriving and successful company culture, which is why we offer a benefit package and convenient weekly payment solutions that helps our employees stay healthy and maintain a positive work/life balance.