Wireless Connectivity Test Engineer

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In short

Qualcomm is looking for a Wireless Connectivity Test Engineer in Shanghai to ensure the quality and reliability of their next-generation IoT connectivity platforms. The role involves executing functional, performance, and interoperability tests for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth/BLE, and IEEE 802.15.4, developing test plans, and enhancing automated test frameworks using Python.

Responsibilities

Execute functional, performance, interoperability, and protocol validation for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth/BLE, and IEEE 802.15.4.
Develop comprehensive test plans, test strategies, and test cases for new software features, BSP components, peripheral drivers, security features, and wireless subsystems.
Design, maintain, and enhance automated test frameworks and test scripts using Python.
Perform white-box testing, including code review participation, log and trace analysis, and root-cause investigation.
Validate Zephyr RTOS-based software components.
Execute system-level validation of security features.
Analyze and reproduce customer-reported issues and collaborate with development teams to identify root causes and verify fixes.
Perform debugging and issue triage for pre-silicon and post-silicon software releases.
Develop and maintain test environments, testbeds, and lab infrastructure.
Generate validation reports, quality metrics, and release readiness assessments.
Collaborate with WLAN, BTSS FW, OpenThread, Security, BSP, HAL, and platform teams.

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on software testing, validation, debugging, or system integration experience in embedded or wireless products.
Strong understanding of embedded software development and debugging methodologies.
Good knowledge of Zephyr RTOS, FreeRTOS, or similar RTOS.
Good knowledge of Linux development environment.
Good knowledge of embedded system architecture.
Experience in wireless connectivity testing, with strong knowledge in Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth/BLE, or IEEE 802.15.4 / Thread / Zigbee.
Familiarity with networking protocols such as TCP/IP / DHCP / DNS/ UDP/TCP Socket APIs.
Experience developing automation scripts using Python.
Strong problem-solving, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills.
Ability to analyze logs, traces, protocol captures, and software execution behavior.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across global teams.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) feature validation.
Experience in WPA Supplicant and security testing.
Experience in Bluetooth/BLE qualification or interoperability testing.
Experience in OpenThread or Zigbee certification testing.
Experience in Zephyr testing frameworks (Ztest) and CI/CD validation.
Experience in BSP and peripheral driver validation (UART/SPI/I2C/USB/SDIO/DMA/Flash).
Experience in Security Validation.
Experience in Automated regression testing.
Experience in Continuous Integration pipelines.
Experience in Test framework development.
Familiarity with Zephyr upstream workflows.
Experience using AI-assisted development/testing tools to improve productivity is a plus.
Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, plus 2+ years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities.
Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

Wi-Fi 6BluetoothBLEIEEE 802.15.4Zephyr RTOSPythonTCP/IPDHCPDNSUDPTCP Socket APIsFreeRTOSLinuxWPA SupplicantZtestUARTSPII2CUSBSDIODMAFlash

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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

3 weeks ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Shanghai, China

Qualification

Bachelor

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