Wi-Fi Test Engineer - Telecommunications

About the job you’re considering

Capgemini is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented WiFi Test Engineer with a strong foundation in 802.11 Wi-Fi standards, RF fundamentals, and wireless security protocols. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in laboratory/facility testing and validation of Wi-Fi routers, extenders, and mesh networking solutions, and who is passionate about ensuring seamless wireless connectivity and performance. A strong background in test automation using Python, shell scripting, and version control systems like Git is essential, along with the ability to develop reusable test frameworks and to troubleshoot complex network issues. 

Your role

• 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
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python, shell scripting, or similar tools.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to identify automation opportunities and improve test coverage.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing automation frameworks and test suites for better reliability and efficiency.
• 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.

Your skills and experience

• 3+ years of industry Wi-Fi testing experience
• Hands-on experience with test automation using Python, shell scripting, or similar tools, including developing reusable test frameworks, automating test execution.
• Experience with industry standard Wi-Fi test tools like Veri wave, IXIA Chariot, Alethea, Spirent and packet debuggers like Wireshark and Omni peek.
• Strong understanding of 802.11 Wi-Fi standards, RF fundamentals, and wireless security protocols.
• 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 in developing test strategies and executing it with automation or manual testing
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and test management tools is a plus.
• Experience working with Wi-Fi routers, extenders, and mesh networking solutions.
• Basic knowledge of networking protocols like TCP/IP, DHCP, RADIUS etc.

Life at Capgemini

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer:

• Flexible work
• Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
• Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
• Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disaster Relief

About Capgemini Engineering

World leader in engineering and R&D services, Capgemini Engineering combines its broad industry knowledge and cutting-edge technologies in digital and software to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Coupled with the capabilities of the rest of the