B2B CPE Test Engineer

Virgin Media; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider located in Bradford is seeking a professional to conduct testing duties to a high standard. The role involves authoring test plans, executing test scripts, and documenting testing outcomes, all within a hybrid working environment. Ideal candidates should have full lifecycle testing experience in a network setting, expertise in Cisco routers and switches, and certifications such as CCNA or CCNP. The position also supports professional growth through an inclusive culture and various benefits.

Benefits

Bonus and benefits package

Inclusive work culture

Support for personal growth

Qualifications

• Full lifecycle testing experience in a network environment is essential.
• Experience with VOIP Platforms (IMS).
• Knowledge of IP Provisioning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Author test plans and test scripts to validate project requirements.
• Execute test scripts/packages to validate functionality.
• Produce documentation including test results and defect reporting.

Skills

Cisco routers and switches (ISR/ASR)

Ixia (Keysight) Traffic Generator

IP Router knowledge

Basic understanding of automation frameworks

Proficiency with Jira/Confluence

Next Generation Firewalls (Palo Alto, Zscaler)

Education

CCNA/CCNP Certifications

Job description

You will be tasked with conducting testing duties to a high professional standard to support the maintenance and development of Virgin Media O2 Business services. This is a hybrid role with a requirement to work 2/3 days a week from our Bradford office.

Responsibilities

• Author test plans and test scripts that fully validate project requirements.
• Carry out appropriate and accurate test planning as required.
• Execute test scripts/packages to validate service or product functionality.
• Carry out fault diagnosis and complete resolution of faults including any re-testing.
• Produce adequate testing completion documentation including test results and defect reporting using JIRA/Confluence.
• Support for the B2B Management team and Test Engineers as required.
• Generate test fault reports and contribute to their prioritisation and risk analysis.
• Complete the test analysis of project requirements.
• Experienced in performing in a full lifecycle testing role in a network environment.
• Cisco routers and switches (ISR/ASR).
• Ixia (Keysight) Traffic Generator Inc IxLoad, IxNetwork, ByteBlower.
• Demonstrable knowledge of IP Router and Data switch networks.
• Knowledge of IP Provisioning platforms.
• Experience with VOIP Platforms (IMS).
• Business Voice (SIP and SBCs).
• Proficiency with Jira/Confluence.
• Basic understanding of automation frameworks - Python, Ansible or similar automation scripting language.
• Operating systems: Windows, Linux, Unix and Solaris.
• Juniper/Nokia routers and switches.
• CCNA/CCNP Certifications.
• Next Generation Firewalls (Palo Alto, Zscaler).

About the role and requirements

• Full lifecycle testing experience in a network environment is essential.

Location and working pattern

Hybrid role with 2/3 days per week from the Bradford office.

Company overview and equal opportunity

The UK's fastest broadband network. The nation's best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions. Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do. Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world. Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you'd like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you're covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps: If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a competency-based interview. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you're offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.