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# Wi-Fi Architect

- **Company:** Katalyst Talent Agency
- **Location:** South Plainfield, NJ, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), IEEE 802.1X, JIRA, User Authentication, Continuous Integration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Device Drivers, IEEE 802.11, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Network Diagnostics, Perforce, Subversion, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Wi-Fi Technology, IEEE 802.11ax, Git
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/3ed88841-d29b-4396-84ad-bd6c78fa3318/wifi-architect

## About the Role

* Deep expertise in IEEE 802.11 standards: 802.11a/b/g/n (Wi-Fi 4), 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5), 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E), 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), WFA specification (Easymesh)
 * Hands-on proficiency in Wi-Fi user-space tools and modules: wpa_supplicant, hostapd, iw, nl80211
 * Strong Linux kernel knowledge - Wi-Fi driver development, cfg80211/nl80211 architecture
 * Proficiency in C and C ; working knowledge of Python and Java
 * Experience in RDKB platform is preferable.
 * Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, 802.1X/EAP authentication, and network diagnostics tools (Wireshark, tcpdump)
 * Experience with WFA certification tooling: sigma-dut, QuickTrack, testbed configuration, wireshark etc.
 * Proficiency with version control systems: git (primary), Perforce, SVN
 * Familiarity with project tracking tools: Jira, Buganizer

## Description

* Lead end-to-end EasyMesh development within the RDK-B framework, covering architecture, implementation, interoperability, and operator deployment
 * Represent the organization as an active member of the RDKB EasyMesh working group, collaborating with industry stakeholders to commercialize RDKB EasyMesh solutions
 * Drive WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance) EasyMesh certification programs - owning test planning, execution, and resolution of certification failures
 * Lead interoperability efforts with third-party EasyMesh controllers (e.g., Airties) and validate against operator-specific deployment requirements
 * Manage operator adoption processes - engaging directly with cable and broadband operators on feature requirements, field issues, and roadmap alignment
 * Define and enforce engineering best practices, code quality standards, and CI/CD processes across the team