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Comcast • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Role & seniority: Senior/Staff Test Automation Engineer focused on validating QoS and automation for Wi-Fi gateway/extender products; may lead projects and act as a cross-functional liaison without direct people management.
Stack/tools: IEEE 802.11/Wi-Fi standards; Linux kernel networking and driver development; embedded systems; test automation frameworks; Wi-Fi testing tools (e.g., Wireshark); Jira; TCP/IP networking; OpenWrt/embedded Linux; RDKB stack; Yocto; CCSP-related concepts; mesh networking; various network protocols (MQTT, DLNA, Bluetooth, Zigbee).
Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans for Wi-Fi features (functional, performance, security, compatibility) and automate tests to reduce manual effort.
Analyze test results, triage defects in Jira, troubleshoot with developers, and drive bug resolution; repair complex automation scripts and resolve code bugs.
Provide technical guidance, mentor junior engineers, lead cross-team projects, and contribute to QE process improvements and technology roadmaps.
Expert understanding of IEEE 802.11 (a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be) and wireless networking
Advanced Linux kernel networking and embedded systems experience
Experience designing, developing, and testing Wi-Fi software features for gateways/extenders
Strong test automation experience and hands-on use of related frameworks
Problem solving, defect tracking (Jira), and Agile/DevOps colla
Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast. Job Summary Responsible for validating product quality by analyzing and testing the quality of the code base. Focuses on writing code that will be executed in an automated and repeatable fashion which will reduce manual testing efforts and increase code quality and consistency. Develops and maintains code that validates front-end, middleware and database systems, using the latest tools and programming languages. Evaluates new frameworks for automation solutions, develops test strategies and designs test automation best practices. Partners with software engineers to write efficient automation code using coding standards and best practices. Represents test automation team's frameworks and methodologies to senior leadership and external engineering teams. Repairs complex broken automation scripts and resolves coding bugs in the product codebase. Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex systems problems. Plans and leads team projects and may act as a cross- functional liaison. Works across multiple project teams to ensure common practices. Acts as a subject matter expert. May be responsible for leading a team, but does not directly manage people. Job Description Core Responsibilities Expert-level understanding of IEEE 802.11 standards (a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be) and wireless networking protocols Advanced Linux kernel networking and driver development, Experience in embedded systems architecture Design, develop and testing of Wi-Fi software feature for Wi-Fi gateway/extender product. Provide technical assistance to teams to troubleshoot Customer Wi-Fi issues. Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for Wi-Fi features, including functional, performance, security, and compatibility testing. Wi-Fi performance testing tools and methodologies & network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) Analyze test results, identify defects, and track them through the bug tracking system (e.g., Jira). Collaborate with developers and triage engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Contribute to the improvement of QE processes and best practices. Hands on experience with test automation frameworks is a plus. Mentoring and technical guidance for junior engineers and Strategic technology roadmap planning Work in an Agile/DevOps environment. Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. Preferred Technical Skills Advanced CCSP (Common Component and Service Platform) architecture design Expert-level implementation of TR-069, TR-181, and TR-098 standards Advanced mesh networking architecture and implementation Deep understanding of Wi-Fi Standards, security frameworks and strong experience in networking protocols and technologies such as Bluetooth, Zigbee, DLNA, Routing, Switching and MQTT Understanding of TCP/IP networking protocols & Experience with embedded systems development Working experience of RDKB tech stack and Core networking concepts Good knowledge with SOC and OEM layers and components like Docsis, HAL Experience with Docsis3.1/4.0/FDX and Voice test automation framework and tools Knowledge of OpenWrt or similar embedded Linux distributions Experience with mesh networking technologies & understanding of IPv4/IPv6 networking Knowledge of network diagnostic tools and packet analyzers (Wireshark, tcpdump) Understanding of CCSP (Common Component and Service Platform) architecture Familiarity with Wi-Fi drivers, especially open-source drivers like hostapd Understanding of network security protocols and WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Strong knowledge and Hands on experience with Linux operating systems & Yocto SDN (Software-Defined Networking) integration and Cloud-native networking architectures We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality—to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the benefits summary on our careers site for more details. Education Bachelor's Degree While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience. Certifications (if applicable) Relevant Work Experience 10 Years + Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. At Comcast , you have the power to connect the world. Your career options are endless as you grow in your career. Explore your future with access to a variety of teams, locations, and resources in an expanding network. You can also explore additional opportunities at our company, NBCUniversal.