Description
As a Software Test Engineer, you will join the Service Provider Networking Application Automation team at Cisco, responsible for validating SDN Automation solutions that support some of the world's leading Service Provider deployments.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing feature documents and collaborating with development teams to contribute to RFP responses and evaluate Product Requirement Documents (PRD)
- Participating in the development of comprehensive test strategies and drafting detailed test plans
- Designing and maintaining test lab infrastructure to ensure high availability and scalability for validation
- Executing test cases, performing thorough triage, and independently following up on issues to drive them to successful resolution
- Developing and maintaining Python libraries and automated test cases, utilizing Selenium for UI-based automation and library development
You will work closely with Engineering and cross-functional teams, including XR/SR-PCE and NSO groups, to ensure the quality and reliability of solution components.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in networking and a passion for automation, possessing excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering
- 3-4 years of experience in software testing, networking, or automation
- Strong working knowledge of networking technologies and protocols
- Hands-on experience with Python automation and frameworks
- Proficiency in Selenium and UI-based automation
- Familiarity with network management protocols (SNMP, CLI, Telemetry, Syslogs)
- Understanding of GenAI capabilities and AI-powered software development
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with virtualization technologies: ESXi, OpenStack, and microservices testing
- Experience with Cisco SP high-end routers (ASR9K, NCS5xxx, ASR907, 920)
- Knowledge of IOS-XR/IOS-XE, IGP/EGP routing protocols (OSPF/ISIS), MPLS, RSVP-TE, LDP, Segment Routing, and L2/L3VPN/MVPN
- Proven experience in testing methodologies and full test development cycles