> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3695912-wi-fi-interoperability-test-lead-coordinator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3695912-wi-fi-interoperability-test-lead-coordinator). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Wi-Fi Interoperability Test Lead / Coordinator

- **Company:** Hptech Inc.
- **Location:** Denver, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, IEEE 802.11, Interoperability, Packet Analyzer, Roaming, Test Execution Engine, Test Management, Strategies of Testing, Wireshark, Wi-Fi Technology, Performance Testing
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/99144b8d-bc0c-47d3-a641-936209d2aeb8

## About the Role

* 10+ years of Wi-Fi device interoperability testing experience.
 * 3+ years in an onsite technical lead or client-embedded coordination role.
 * Strong knowledge of IEEE 802.11 standards, WPA2/WPA3, authentication, association, DHCP, and Wi-Fi security.
 * Hands-on expertise in Wi-Fi roaming (802.11k/r/v), band steering, RF testing, and connectivity troubleshooting.
 * Proficiency in Wireshark and over-the-air packet analysis; experience with Octoscope test environments.
 * Proven experience leading cross-functional onsite and offshore teams.
 * Excellent client communication, test management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
 * BS in Engineering or a related technical field.

Role Focus: Approximately 30% hands-on Wi-Fi technical expertise and 70% onsite test leadership, coordination, and delivery management.

## Description

Seeking an experienced Wi-Fi Interoperability Test Lead to own test strategy, execution, and onsite lab coordination for Wi-Fi connectivity and device interoperability testing. The role requires strong expertise in Wi-Fi protocols, roaming, band steering, onboarding, RF testing, and over-the-air packet analysis using Wireshark and Octoscope., * Define and execute test strategies covering Wi-Fi connectivity, onboarding, PHY rates, band steering, roaming, and end-to-end device use cases.

 * Lead Wi-Fi interoperability, RF, density, and performance testing in a live lab environment using Octoscope.
 * Analyze over-the-air packet captures using Wireshark to troubleshoot authentication, association, DHCP, roaming, and connectivity failures.
 * Manage onsite lab infrastructure, test devices, schedules, and test execution.
 * Coordinate onsite and offshore engineering teams, including collaboration with teams in India and overlapping Indian business hours.
 * Drive test planning, execution tracking, defect triage, risk management, and entry/exit criteria.
 * Communicate test progress, quality metrics, risks, and issues to client stakeholders and program managers.