Network Test Engineer

Insight Global; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Network Test Engineer to lead testing and qualification for our network devices and infrastructure. You will design, implement, and execute comprehensive test plans for carrier-grade networking equipment, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

You will set up multi-vendor lab environments, validate performance and reliability, run traffic generation using Ixia/Keysight and OTDR, and collaborate with Network Engineering, QA, and operations to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and execute comprehensive test plans for networking equipment and features.
• Set up, configure, and troubleshoot complex multi-vendor networking lab environments that mimic live networks.
• Validate performance, scalability, and reliability of service provider networking solutions.
• Perform traffic generation and analysis using tools such as Ixia/Keysight and OTDR.
• Collaborate closely with Network Engineering, QA, and operations teams to identify, debug, and resolve complex issues.
• Document test cases, results, and defects with high clarity and detail.

Skills

Carrier-grade testing

mmWave/E-band tech

Networking protocols

Multi-vendor lab

Traffic generation

Problem solving

Communication skills

PON testing (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE or related field

Tools

Ixia/Keysight

OTDR

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Network Test Engineer to lead testing and qualification for our network devices and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and execute comprehensive test plans for carrier-grade networking equipment, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and execute comprehensive test plans for networking equipment and features.
• Set up, configure, and troubleshoot complex multi-vendor networking lab environments that mimic live networks.
• Validate performance, scalability, and reliability of service provider networking solutions.
• Perform traffic generation and analysis using tools such as Ixia/Keysight and OTDR.
• Collaborate closely with Network Engineering, QA, and operations teams to identify, debug, and resolve complex issues.
• Document test cases, results, and defects with high clarity and detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in Carrier‑grade telecom equipment testing and qualification including router and switches
• Proven experience with wireless technologies, focusing on mmWave and E-band point‑to‑point technologies
• Solid understanding of key radio frequency performance indicators including Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR), Bit Error Rate (BER), and Receive Signal Level (RSL)
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of L2/L3 protocols: Ethernet, VLANs, IP, MPLS, BGP, QoS
• Demonstrated ability to set up, configure, and troubleshoot complex, large‑scale network environments across multi‑vendor platforms.
• Hands‑on experience with traffic generators and analyzers (e.g., Ixia/Keysight, OTDR).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• PON testing experience highly desirable

Additional Skills (Nice to Have)

• Proficiency in Python for test automation (Pytest or similar frameworks).
• Working knowledge of ESM, OLT, PON, and ONT testing.
• Knowledge of Linux‑based test environments and shell scripting.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and test integration.