Broadband Gateway Test Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Technology
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SKILLS

Broadband testing (OpenWRT / RDK-B / Prpl) Wi-Fi & EasyMesh standards TR-181 Specification TR-369 Protocol Debug tools and issue triage Automation scripting Programming language (e.g., Python) Cloud certification testing

FULL DESCRIPTION

Broadband Gateway Test Engineer

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers comprehensive services in Media and Communications, including research, strategy, design, software development, validation, and deployment. With global presence and deep expertise, we specialize in 5G services, Edge computing, and connectivity solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Understand product specifications, network architecture, and customer requirements.
  • Design and execute test plans, test cases, and scenarios for broadband features.
  • Set up test environments including broadband CPEs, access networks, and traffic generators.
  • Conduct functional, performance, interoperability, and regression testing.
  • Validate throughput, latency, jitter, and packet loss under varying conditions.
  • Verify broadband features across firmware versions and hardware revisions.
  • Develop and maintain test automation scripts.
  • Perform issue analysis, debugging, and root cause verification.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely and effective resolutions.
  • Execute Cloud Certification testing, reporting, and documentation.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 8+ years of software testing experience across Windows, Linux, and Mac.
  • Proven experience in Broadband testing (OpenWRT / RDK-B / Prpl stack).
  • Strong understanding of Wi-Fi & EasyMesh standards — Band Steering, Mesh topology, AP Steering, Multi-AP spec.
  • Solid knowledge of TR-181 Specification and TR-369 Protocol.
  • Hands-on with debug tools, issue triage, and test documentation (STDs/ATPs).
  • Proficiency in automation scripting and at least one programming language.
  • Strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and stay composed under pressure.

Good to Have

  • Experience with frontend and backend testing of cloud-based services.
  • Knowledge of GCP, Kubernetes, MySQL, and REST APIs.
  • Exposure to AI-based testing methodologies.
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