Senior Systems Engineer II

Spirent; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of automated testing solutions, Spirent seeks a motivated and experienced Systems Engineer in Vancouver. The role involves supporting customers in deploying networking and cybersecurity technologies, requiring strong technical skills in various protocols and applications. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of industry experience in a technical role.
• Experience with AI networking technologies like RDMA over Converged Ethernet.
• Industry-recognized certifications such as CCNA, CCIE, are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support customers across the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada.
• Collaborate with strategic customers and stakeholders to position solutions.
• Work with advanced security validation and application performance technologies.

Skills

Networking

Network Security

Telecommunications

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Computer Science degree

Tools

Spirent TestCenter

Ixia

Cloud Services

Python

TCL/TK

Job description

Description

Spirent is looking for a motivated and experienced Systems Engineer to support our customers across the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada, with a focus on the Seattle and Vancouver areas—hubs of cloud, networking, and cybersecurity innovation.

In this role, you’ll be a critical part of Spirent’s regional sales team, collaborating with strategic customers and internal stakeholders to position and support our testing solutions. From L2/L3 networking to L4-L7 application performance and advanced security validation, you’ll work hands-on with leading-edge technologies that help our customers build and deploy their products and services with confidence.

About Spirent Communications

Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning.

We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies, including 5G, cloud, autonomous vehicles, and beyond. From testing in the lab to testing in the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies.

Why Spirent?... Because together we can shape tomorrow!

Spirent is its people. When you join the Spirent team, you will join forces and work alongside some of the industry’s most passionate subject matter experts. In an environment of innovation, you will find a place where you can grow, think, explore, create, and make change happen.

At Spirent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to thriving in the ever-changing world of global technology. We embrace a culture where difference is valued and openness, mutual respect, collaboration, and fairness are considered fundamental. Spirent does not tolerate discrimination or offensive behavior of any kind. We are committed to creating workplaces that genuinely reflect the diversity of the world we serve and an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

Your success is vital to our success, which is why we will support you to perform, grow, and contribute – with the confidence to be yourself. And to support your personal wellbeing, we hope you will love our dedication to creating the right work and life balance experience!

Join Spirent and together let’s shape tomorrow!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a technical related field from an accredited university required or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 8 years of industry experience in a technical role.
• Strong proficiency in networking, network security, telecommunications, and applications.
• In-depth knowledge of routing protocols (IPv4/IPv6), including RIP, BGP, OSPF, and ISIS.
• Hands-on experience with IP and Ethernet technologies (Data Center Ethernet, 400G/100G/40G/10G Ethernet, L4-L7 technologies, Cloud Services, and Virtualization).
• Experience with AI networking, including RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) and Collective Communications Library (CCL).
• Familiarity with application security protocols such as HTTP(s)/2, TLS 1.2/1.3, SSL, SSH, TCP/IP, and Streaming Media.
• Experience with security devices, including Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), load balancers, IDS, and IPS.
• Experience with telecom/networking testing using commercial test platforms like Spirent TestCenter, Avalanche, CyberFlood, Ixia, and BreakingPoint Systems is a plus.
• Programming and scripting experience in Python, TCL/TK, C/C++, Java, or Perl is beneficial.
• Knowledge of RESTful API programming is a plus.
• Industry-recognized certifications such as CCNA, CCIE, JNCIA, or CISSP are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess and resolve technical challenges.
• Excellent listening, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel within the assigned region as required.

Annualized Salary Wage Range:CAN$102,500 - CAD$253,000

Spirent applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience at or in line with the minimum requirements. Spirent offers the following benefits to eligible employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Holidays, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Savings Accounts, and Commuter Benefits. Spirent benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.