WiFi Performance Test Engineer

Vdart - Mountain View, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Mountain View, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The WiFi Performance Test Engineer will be responsible for conducting performance tests on WiFi devices, utilizing various test equipment and tools. This role requires a strong background in RF concepts, networking, and hands-on experience with performance testing tools. The engineer will also be involved in debugging, scripting, and documenting results to ensure robust network device validation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance tests using Octoscope, Candela, or Veriwave test equipment to evaluate WiFi device performance.
• Work with RF concepts such as splitters, attenuators, antennas, and RF shielded boxes.
• Utilize lab equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and oscilloscopes, for testing and validation.
• Work with TCP-IP and L2 networking/switches, utilizing Wireshark for debugging.
• Test and validate devices using protocols like TR-069.
• Write and customize shell scripts to validate CPE (e.g., TR-069 routers) on the network.
• Run experiments involving ports, WiFi radios, SSIDs, and packet analysis.
• Utilize automation tools like Python or Expect for testing processes.
• Perform root-cause analysis, use debugging tools, and solve technical issues efficiently.
• Generate throughput (TPut), KPIs, and other performance metrics.
• Compile test reports and prepare presentations with findings.
• Maintain clear and detailed documentation of tests, processes, and results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in WiFi performance testing.
• Hands-on expertise with Octoscope, Candela, or Veriwave equipment is essential.
• Prior experience in debugging and problem-solving in network environments.
• Strong understanding of RF concepts and lab test equipment.
• Proficiency in TCP-IP, L2 networking, and tools like Wireshark.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Shell and Python.
• Knowledge of device management protocols (e.g., TR-069) and network automation.
• Experience with L3 networking/routers is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent documentation and reporting capabilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with L3 networking/routers is a plus.