Description
The Cisco Wireless Test & Automation team ensures the quality, reliability, and performance of next-generation wireless products.
As a QA / Automation Engineer, you will contribute to validating Cisco’s wireless platforms by writing test plans, developing automation, and analyzing system behavior.
In this role, you will:
- Write and execute test plans and test cases for wireless features and systems
- Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python or similar languages
- Analyze test results and identify issues, inconsistencies, or performance gaps
- Reproduce customer and system issues in controlled lab environments
- Assist in setting up and maintaining testbeds and lab environments (routers, switches, access points)
- Collaborate with development and platform teams to debug and resolve issues
- Learn and apply AI-assisted tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor) to improve testing efficiency and automation
Minimum qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree (completed within the past 3 years or expected to be completed within the next 12 months) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Network Engineering or a related field
- Strong programming fundamentals, preferably in Python or a similar scripting language, with a basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and routing
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting system behavior
- Curious and interested in AI-enabled engineering practices, including using AI tools to improve productivity
Preferred qualifications:
- Exposure to networking devices (routers, switches, access points) through coursework, labs, or internships
- Familiarity with setting up small network environments
- Basic understanding of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi / 802.11)
- Certifications such as CCNA (or working toward it)
Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Paid time away (10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees, 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness)
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer