Wireless QA/Automation Engineer

Wireless QA/Automation Engineer

  

This role has been designed as ‘’Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Job Description:

   

Job Family Definition:

Set and maintain quality standards for company products through the use of systematic processes. Develops, modifies, and executes software test strategies, plans and suites. Analyzes and writes test standards and procedures. Maintains documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. Analyzes test results to ensure existing functionality and recommends corrective action. May develop tools and environments to automate test execution. Consults with development engineers in resolution of problems.

Management Level Definition:

Contributions include applying developed subject matter expertise to solve common and sometimes complex technical problems and recommending alternatives where necessary. Might act as project lead and provide assistance to lower level professionals. Exercises independent judgment and consults with others to determine best method for accomplishing work and achieving objectives.

We’re looking for a highly skilled QA/Automation Engineer with deep experience in 802.11 WiFi technologies, strong Python-based automation capabilities, and hands-on expertise with industry-standard wireless test tools. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment, enjoys breaking complex systems, and is passionate about building robust automated test frameworks.

What you'll do:

• Design, develop, and execute automated test suites for wireless networking products, focusing on 802.11 standards (a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be). Validate wireless performance, stability, roaming, throughput, and interoperability across a variety of testbeds. Use tools such as IxChariot, Veriwave, and Candela to perform performance benchmarking, traffic generation, and protocol validation. Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, with a strong emphasis on:

  • Pytest framework for structured test development

  • REST API automation for backend and device-level validation

  • Paramiko for SSH-based automation and remote device control

• Collaborate with development, firmware, and product teams to identify defects, analyze root causes, and drive resolutions. Create detailed test plans, test cases, and documentation for new features and regression cycles. Participate in continuous integration and continuous testing initiatives to improve test coverage and efficiency. Contribute to the enhancement of internal automation frameworks and tools.

What you need to bring:

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information systems, or equivalent.

• Typically 6-8 years of experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Strong understanding of 802.11 wireless standards, RF fundamentals, and WiFi system behavior. Hands-on experience with IxChariot, Veriwave, Candela, or similar wireless test platforms.

• Proficiency in Python with experience building scalable automation frameworks.

• Solid experience with Pytest, including fixtures, parametrization, and reporting.

• Experience automating REST APIs and using Paramiko for SSH-based interactions.

• Strong analytical, debugging, and problemsolving skills. Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate technical findings clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• CWNP certifications (CWNA, CWAP, CWSP, or similar) strongly preferred.

• Experience with WiFi 6/6E/7 testing environments.

• Familiarity with traffic analysis tools (Wireshark, Omnipeek).

• Exposure to CI/CD systems such as Jenkins, GitHub, or similar.

• Knowledge of Linux environments and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing).

Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Agile Scrum Development, Analytical Thinking, Bias, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity {+ 5 more}

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

TCP_03

    

    

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