Urgent requirement of Mesh & WiFi Device Testing Engineer - Contract - AustraliaRequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesDevice & Mesh Testing· Perform interoperability qualification and validation testing between Telstra WiFi Boosters and Telstra Smart Modems· Execute end-to-end mesh testing on Telstra Smart Modems, ensuring compliance with expected behaviour and industry standards.
· Conduct sanity, regression, and stability testing on firmware upgrades and downgrades for boosters and gateways.
· Perform manual WiFi performance testing, including coverage, throughput, roaming behaviour, failover, reconnection, and overall mesh effectiveness.
· Execute booster onboarding and connectivity testing using Ethernet and WPS, validating 2.4GHz / 5GHz behaviour, channel changes, and client connectivity.Test Execution & Defect Management· Capture logs, record results, and clearly document findings during test execution.
· Raise defects and observations through standard tracking and reporting processes using JIRA, ensuring all supporting logs, evidence, and reproduction steps are included.
· Support root cause analysis activities by providing clear test data and validating fixes.Collaboration & Vendor Engagement· Work closely with product leads, engineering teams, and vendors to plan, execute, and validate test activities.
· Generate clear and concise test reports and updates for wider stakeholder consumption.
· Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and ways of working.Lab & Site Activities· Maintain a strong on-site presence at the 400 George Street lab, with flexibility to work from home, on certain days as required.
· Support lab and colocation activities involving modems,



smart boosters, and mesh equipment.Skills Required:Key Technical Knowledge· WIFI, Booster, Mesh experience desired but not mandatory.
· Understanding of WiFi and networking fundamentals, including channels, bands, backhaul vs fronthaul, client association, MAC, BSSID, and mesh concepts.
· Experience with consumer networking devices, including gateways, boosters, and home network setups.
· Working knowledge of Windows and Ubuntu/Linux command-line environments.
· Ability to understand logs and expected device behaviour during testing.Key Skills & Attributes· Clear and structured note-taking and test documentation skills.
· Methodical and repeatable testing approach with strong attention to detail.
· Ability to quickly learn current technologies and contribute effectively in complex environments.
· Curious mindset with a strong tendency to ask why and understand underlying behaviour.
· Strong collaboration skills; comfortable working with cross-functional teams and multiple SMEs.
· Proactive, reliable, and adaptable, with a willingness to support ad-hoc and out-of-hours testing when required.Tools & Technologies· JIRA (test execution, defect tracking, reporting)· Proprietary in-house monitoring and mesh diagnostic tools· Telstra Smart Modems and Telstra Smart Boosters· Firmware testing and validation environmentsNice to Have· Basic scripting experience (e.g. Python, Bash).
· Exposure to test case automation or scripting-based validation.
· Flexibility to support a significant amount of in office lab work when needed.Duration: 06 Months and possible extensionEligibility: Australian/NZ Citizens/PR Holders onlyEmail:

📌 Mesh & Wifi Device Testing Engineer - Contract - Australia (New South Wales)
🏢 Hastha Solutions
📍 New South Wales