Network Services - Broadband Devices Tester- Contract - MelbourneContract | Hastha Solutions | AustraliaPosted On 09/09/2026Job InformationJob Opening ID ZR_****_JOBWork Experience 5+ yearsIT ServicesCity MelbourneState/Province Victoria****Job DescriptionUrgent requirement of Network Services - Broadband Devices Tester- Contract - MelbourneRequirementsJob Purpose:The Broadband Devices Tester is responsible for validating, testing, and ensuring the performance, quality, and stability of Customer Premises Equipment (CPE)—including modems, routers, gateways, Wi-Fi access points, and Set-Top Boxes.This role bridges the gap between raw hardware and end-user performance by simulating real-world network loads, troubleshooting firmware defects, and optimising wireless protocols.Key Responsibilities:Device & Firmware Validation:Execute automated and manual test plans for new CPE hardware, ONT/ONU modules, and cable modems to ensure flawless functional operations.Network Protocol Testing:Verify embedded systems behavior using protocols such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, IPv4/IPv6, PPPoE, and TR-069/TR-369 remote management configurations.Wi-Fi Performance Evaluation:Analyze wireless performance under varying conditions for Wi-Fi 6, 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 standards, checking for packet loss, signal drop-offs, and roaming throughput.Automation & Scripting:Develop, run, and maintain test automation scripts using Python (Pytest)



or Shell scripts to scale firmware regression testing.Traffic Simulation & Debugging:Utilize traffic generation tools and packet sniffers to replicate multi-gigabit traffic loads, identifying bottlenecks and bufferbloat issues.Defect Lifecycle Management: Log detailed defect reports with system logs, Wireshark traces, and console outputs.Collaborate closely with engineering teams to reproduce and resolve core issues.Required Qualifications & Experience Education:Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Telecommunications, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.Experience:2–5 years of specialized experience in broadband device validation, ISP network engineering, or embedded system QA environments.Technical Knowledge:Robust understanding of DOCSIS standards, GPON/FTTx network architectures, and IEEE ****** wireless specs.Technical Skill Set & ToolsTesting Hardware:Traffic generators (Ixia, Spirent), Optical Power Meters (OPM), and attenuators.Software Tools:Wireshark, iPerf, SNMP, SSH/Telnet clients, and Linux command-line utilities.Automation Frameworks:Python (Pytest), Boardfarm, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
Key CompetenciesAnalytical Thinking:Exceptional log analysis and system level troubleshooting capabilities.Communication:Ability to cleanly document abstract software bugs for hardware vendors and development teams.Eagerness to quickly learn next-generation consumer networking technologies.Duration: 06 Monthsand possible extensionEligibility:Australian/NZ Citizens/PR Holders only
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📌 Network Services - Broadband Devices Tester- Contract - Melbourne
🏢 Hastha Solutions
📍 Melbourne