Wi-Fi Systems Validation Architect

Job Description
Architects end to end system software for a specific technology, product/platform, or market segment, including software structure and bounding box, firmware, drivers, frameworks, cross component, interfaces/interactions/interoperability, protocols, algorithms, and applications.

Responsible for pathfinding and providing the technical direction for software development and validation. Engages with customers on technical requirements/discussions and interacts with technologists across Intel and within the industry to evaluate feasibility of requirements and determine priorities for development.We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Wi-Fi System Validation Architect to lead the design, planning, and execution of validation strategies for our Wi-Fi solutions.

This role will involve working with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, firmware developers, product managers, and test teams, to ensure that the Wi-Fi products meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and interoperability across various environments.

As a Wi-Fi System Validation Architect, you will play a pivotal role in defining and implementing best practices for Wi-Fi validation, contributing to the development of next-generation Wi-Fi solutions (Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7, etc.).

Qualifications

* Engineering degree in Electronics/Computer Science from a reputed college

* 5 years of work experience in Systems Architect role

* 10 years of work experience as in WiFi System Validation, Development and System Debugging

* Proven track record of developing and executing complex system validation strategies for Wi-Fi products.

* Architect test systems and validation environments that effectively simulate real-world use cases, environments, and customer scenarios.Technical Expertise

* Deep knowledge of Wi-Fi technologies (Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7), IEEE 802.11 standards, and Wi-Fi Alliance certification processes.

* Deep knowledge and experience working in Omnipeek, Wireshark and IxChariot tools

* Debugging, Analysis, reproduction and identification of root cause on Wi-Fi domains

* Collaborate with Research and Development teams to identify design and performance gaps, providing technical feedback and proposing corrective actions.

* Ensure that validation environments can effectively simulate diverse network conditions, traffic loads, interference scenarios, and client devices.

* Design and implement system-level performance benchmarking and stress testing for various Wi-Fi configurations (e.g., access points, clients, mesh networks, etc.).

* Champion a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that the validation processes evolve to meet emerging technologies and market demands.

* Experience with Wi-Fi chipset, access point, router, and client device architecture.

* Proficiency in using Wi-Fi test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, protocol analyzers (e.g., Wireshark, AirMagnet), and network simulators.

* Experience in designing and optimizing test automation frameworks, using tools such as Python, Robot Framework, or proprietary systems.

* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

* Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment and multi-geo environment

Soft Skills

* Leadership and mentoring skills to guide and inspire a team of engineers.

* Strong problem-solving ability with a detail-oriented mindset.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary environment