Test Engineer

SA Technologies Inc. () is a market leader and one of the fastest growing IT consulting firms with operations in US, Canada, Mexico & India. SAT is an Oracle Gold Partner, SAP Services Partner & IBM Certified enterprise.

WiFi test engineer will provide troubleshooting support and optimization analysis.

The individual will be part of a cross-functional team developing automation and testing of technologies and applications using Cable Modems / Multimedia Terminal Adapters (MTA).

The primary responsibility is the in-lab integration, and test of MTAs; determine root cause of problems and escalate issue with the appropriate code fix for resolution.

• Execute scripted test cases on WiFi CPE equipment using pre-defined test plans and technical requirements as input. Design and Ad-Hoc test scripts and test cases.
• Analyze test execution results and record test data in ALM systems.
• Report and track defects and provide regular updates on test status.
• Technical interface with Comcast Engineering teams to reproduce, isolate, and troubleshoot issues found in testing, and / or reported by the customer.
• Participate in daily scrum meetings to provide status, owning next actions for testing.
• Prepare Test Strategy and Test Schedule, take an active role in Test Project Planning meetings.
• Active participation in test design, test execution, and test reporting activities.

• Strong understanding of the basic RF parameters and signal flows (frequency, power-level, modulation methods, channel widths, signal losses, SNR etc.) in a CATV system
• Understanding of DHCP/TFTP protocols and DOCSIS provisioning suite
• Understanding IP switching and routing dynamic routing protocols (i.e. RIP, OSPF, ISIS & BGP)
• Proficient at configuration scripting via industry standard CLI interfaces
• Basic understanding of CPE device configuration files, service flows and CPE troubleshooting
• Understanding of the OSI reference model, specifically Layer 2 (MAC) as it relates to DOCSIS
• Knowledge of IEEE 802 standards for Local Area Networks and Metropolitan Area networks
• Experience with WiFi products and LAB WiFi setup and isolation
• Knowledge of WiFi spectrum and impact on various channels and frequencies
• Experience with WiFi interference and isolation analysis and modem radio frequencies
• Minimum 5 years’ experience professional Quality Assurance testing experience
• Possess experience with, and understanding of:
  WiFi protocol

• Experience with test automation tools such as JUnit, Selenium, Quick Test, or Rational Soft Skills.
• Excellent skills in communicating with developers.