Job Description
WiFi System Validation Engineer - Debugs software products through the use of systematic tests to develop, apply, and maintain quality standards for company products. Develops, modifies, and executes software test plans. 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 correct functionality, determine root causes of failures and recommends corrective action. Consults with development engineers in resolution of problems. Provides feedback in preparation of technical appraisals of programming languages, systems, and computation software.
Qualifications

Qualifications:
* Engineering degree in Electronics/Computer Science/Electrical from a reputed college
* 2+ years of work experience in a related field.
* Hands-on experience with Wi-Fi testing tools (e.g., iPerf, Wi-Fi analyzers, packet sniffers)
* Understanding of Wi-Fi protocols and standards (802.11, WPA2, WPA3, etc.)
* Experience with test automation and scripting (Python, Shell, or similar)
* Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
* Familiarity with different operating systems (Linux, Windows, macOS)
* Experience with network protocol analyzers (e.g., Wireshark)
* Knowledge of Wi-Fi certification processes and testing for compliance (e.g., Wi-Fi Alliance).

Key Responsibilities:
* Executes Wi-Fi validation and testing on hardware and software products, including routers, access points, and client devices.
* Execute various Wi-Fi performance and stress tests (e.g., throughput, latency, roaming, signal strength, interference, etc.).
* Identify, reproduce, and report software and hardware issues related to Wi-Fi performance.
* Develop and maintain test plans and procedures for validating Wi-Fi functionality, security, and interoperability.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, software) to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
* Analyze and interpret test results, creating detailed bug reports and documentation.
* Assist in the development of automated test scripts and tools to improve test efficiency.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest Wi-Fi standards and incorporate them into testing processes.
* Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and identify issues in complex systems.

Soft skills:
1. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team.
2. Good written and verbal communication skills.
3. Quick learning of new technologies
4. Stakeholder management

Inside this Business Group
The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth.


Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.


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Working Model
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.