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Network WiFi CPE Test Engineer

HCLTech Sunnyvale, California, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: USD 70,000–107,000 per year

Posted Jan 14, 2026Apply by Feb 13, 2026

Role & seniority: Network WiFi CPE Test Engineer, full-time (seniority not explicitly stated)

Stack/tools

  • WiFi performance testing with Octoscope, Candela, or Veriwave

  • RF hardware basics: splitters, attenuators, antennas, RF shielded boxes

  • Lab instruments: spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes

  • Networking: TCP/IP, L2 switches; Wireshark; TR-069

  • Scripting: shell scripting required; Python/Expect or similar a plus

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Generate throughput/TPut, KPI, and other performance metrics; compile test reports

  • Conduct tests per vendor requirements; customize scripts for ports, WiFi radios, SSID packets

  • Perform debugging and root-cause analysis; document findings and support presentations

Must-have skills

  • Prior WiFi performance testing experience

  • Proficiency with RF concepts and relevant lab equipment

  • Strong TCP/IP, L2 networking basics; Wireshark debugging

  • TR-069 device management familiarity; shell scripting ability

  • Ability to write/adjust scripts for CPE testing; good problem-solving skills; strong documentation

Nice-to-haves

  • Software automation experience (Python, Expect)

  • Experience with debugging tools and formal root-cause analysis

  • Familiarity with L3 networking/routers

Location & work type: Sunny Valle, CA; full-time position offered

Optional notes: Compensation range: $70k–$107k annually; benefits as described. Equal opportunity employer.

Full Description

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Network WiFi CPE Test Engineer to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Title: Network WiFi CPE Test Engineer

Job ID: 54167

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Sunny Valle, CA

Job Requirements

  • Prior experience with WiFi performance testing is required. Familiarity with Octoscope, Candela or Veriwave test equipment is a MUST.

Good knowledge of RF concepts is required: splitters, attenuators, antennas, RF shielded boxes.

Familiarity with lab test equipment is required: Spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes. Good knowledge of TCP-IP, and L2 networking / switches, wireshark debugging tools is required. Familiarity with L3-networking / routers is a plus. Good knowledge of device management protocols like TR-069. Ability to write shell scripts to validate CPE (i.e. TR-069 routers) on the network is required. Ability to customize scripts and run experiments per vendor; ports, wifi radios, SSID packets, etc. is required. Background in software automation using tools like Python and Expect or other is a plus. Prior experience with debugging tools, and root-cause analysis is required. The candidate must have good problem solving skills. The candidate will generate TPut/KPI/other performance metrics and statistics for the devices being tested, compile test reports, to help prepare presentations. Good documentation skills are required.

Pay Range Minimum: $70,000/Annum

Pay Range Maximum: $107,000/Annum

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.

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