STAFF QA SW ENGINEER- Layer 2/Layer 3 Protocol Testing- Python Automation

301 Extreme Networks India Private Ltd – Karnataka; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Extreme Networks India Private Ltd seeks a Staff QA Engineer to lead validation strategy for complex data-center networking products. You will architect test frameworks, drive AI-assisted testing, and mentor engineers while staying hands-on with core challenges in networking, routing, and security validation.

The role requires 8–13 years of experience, deep know-how in data-center fabric, virtualization, and security protocols, and a track record of delivering scalable QA solutions in fast-paced

Qualifications

• 8+ years hands-on experience in functional, system test, and automation.
• Leadership in large-scale test topologies and automation.
• Experience with data center networking and security.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA strategy and validation for Extreme Networks products.
• Architect test frameworks and AI-assisted testing.
• Mentor engineers across teams while staying hands-on.
• Develop performance, scale, and convergence tests.
• Publish validation docs and reference architectures.

Skills

Networking

Test Automation

AI in QA

Python

Golang

CI/CD

Education

BS in EE/CS

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Docker

VMware NSX

OpenStack

AWS

Azure

GCP

Wireshark

Job description

Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. They rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme. Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them. Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there’s no better time to join the Extreme team.

Job Description

What you will do (Job Specific Details on the nature of the job and responsibilities).

Key Responsibilities Experience: 8-13 Years

• BS or MS in EE/CS with 8+ years of hands‑on experience in functional, system test, and automation, including a track record of technical leadership.
• Expert technical knowledge of data center networking — IP Fabric, VxLAN EVPN, and network virtualization frameworks.
• Expert knowledge of Ethernet, optics, and networking hardware.
• Expert knowledge of network security and routing protocols (OSPF, IS‑IS, BGP, Multicast).
• Proven experience architecting large‑scale system test topologies and automation frameworks using Python or Golang.
• Demonstrated leadership in introducing AI/ML or GenAI into QA — building or adopting AI‑assisted testing, triage, or analytics capabilities at team or org scale.
• Deep experience in performance, scale, and convergence testing and in analyzing and improving system‑level performance.
• Ability to author and publish solution validation documents, reference architectures, and test reports.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Highly motivated, self‑driven, and able to lead cross‑functionally toward challenging goals.

Skills Required

Networking

• IEEE 802.1 (Bridging, VLAN, STP, MAC security, LLDP, AVB) and advanced L2/L3 (TCP/IP, VRRP, IGMP, IPv4/IPv6, ICMP/ICMPv6, ARP, IS‑IS, BGP, Multicast).
• Data center fabric design, network virtualization (VMware NSX, OpenStack), and network security architecture.
• Traffic generators (Ixia/Spirent) and advanced debugging (Wireshark, packet analysis).

Test Automation

• Architecting automation frameworks in Python/Golang and defining CI/CD strategy (Jenkins/GitLab).
• Automation for end‑to‑end solution validation, integrated for seamless, continuous testing.
• Docker containerization, clustering, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).

AI in the Test Cycle

• Strategy and rollout of AI‑assisted test‑case generation, intelligent test selection and prioritization, and self‑healing automation.
• AI/ML‑based log analysis, automated failure triage, anomaly detection, and predictive coverage/quality analytics.
• Responsible‑AI practices and governance for applying GenAI tooling within QA workflows.

Job Description Summary

The Staff QA Engineer is a senior technical leader who sets the quality and validation strategy for complex Extreme Networks products and solutions. Acting as a force multiplier across teams, this role defines test architecture and automation frameworks, drives the adoption of AI across the test cycle, and mentors engineers — while remaining hands‑on with the hardest technical problems in data center networking, routing, and security validation.

Qualifications Basic Requirements and Preferred Qualifications for the job. BTech

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Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end‑to‑end, cloud‑driven networking solutions. They rely on our top‑rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme. Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them. Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there’s no better time to join the Extreme team.

Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end‑to‑end, cloud‑driven networking solutions. They rely on our top‑rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double‑digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme. Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them. Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there’s no better time to join the Extreme team.