WIFI QA Engineer

Robotics Prcocess Automation, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Robotics Process Automation, LLC in Philadelphia is looking for an expert to design and execute test plans for Wi-Fi routers and mesh networking solutions. Responsibilities include testing Wi-Fi performance and utilizing tools for network analysis.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Wi-Fi standards, experience with Wi-Fi equipment, and skills in automation using languages like Python. This role supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals and wireless security protocols.
• Experience with roaming protocols like 802.11 KVR.
• Experience developing test strategies and executing with automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and execute test plans for Wi-Fi solutions.
• Perform functional, performance and stress testing for Wi-Fi.
• Utilize Wi-Fi testing tools to analyze network performance.

Skills

Understanding of 802.11 Wi‑Fi standards

Experience with Wi‑Fi routers and extenders

Proficiency in network debugging

Experience with Python or shell scripting

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Wireshark

Spirent

Veri wave

Job description

• Design, develop and execute test plans for Wifi routers, extenders, and mesh networking solutions.
• Perform functional, performance and stress testing to evaluate Wi‑Fi range, throughput, and reliability.
• Perform Wi‑Fi roaming performance using 802.11k and 802.11v to ensure seamless handoff between devices.
• Test and analyze the Wi‑Fi extenders for coverage optimization, latency and backhaul performance.
• Utilize Wi‑Fi testing tools (Wireshark, iperf, etc.) to capture and analyze network performance.
• Stay updated with Wifi6/6E/7 advancements and integrate best practices into test strategies.

Job Description

• Strong understanding of 802.11 Wi‑Fi standards, RF fundamentals, and wireless security protocols.
• Experience working with Wi‑Fi routers, extenders, and mesh networking solutions.
• Experience working with band steering and cloud managed Wi‑Fi solution.
• Experience working with roaming protocols like 802.11 KVR and AP/Extender configuration.
• Proficiency in network debugging, packet analysis, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with attention to details.
• Experience with test automation using Python, shell scripting or similar tools.
• Experience with industry standard Wi‑Fi test tools like Veri wave, IXIA Chariot, Alethea, Spirent and packet debuggers like Wireshark and Omni peek.
• Experience in developing test strategies and executing it with automation or manual testing.
• Basic knowledge of networking protocols like TCP/IP, DHCP, RADIUS etc.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.

ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.