POC Test Engineer – Networking & Validation

Arista; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Arista Networks seeks an experienced software test engineer to join ThePOCteam. You will design and execute PoC plans with system engineers and customers, validate network designs, and demonstrate capabilities in real customer environments.

You will develop test tools, build large test beds, document results, and help identify enhancements based on feedback. Strong scripting and Linux skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software test, system test, or PoC testing.
• CCIE certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of routing/switching protocols and network testing tools.
• Experience with test plan design and defect tracking.
• Proficient scripting and Linux tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PoC test plans with engineers and customers.
• Write and execute tests to verify customer network designs.
• Build and configure large test beds for PoC tests.
• Document results with logs and screenshots.
• Log defects and assist engineering in defect resolution.
• Suggest feature improvements based on customer feedback.
• Participate in specification and test plan reviews.

Skills

Software testing

Network testing

Documentation

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE

Tools

IXIA

Spirent

Python

Linux

OpenStack

Job description

Arista Networks seeks an experienced software test engineer to join ThePOCteam. You will design and execute PoC plans with system engineers and customers, validate network designs, and demonstrate capabilities in real customer environments.

You will develop test tools, build large test beds, document results, and help identify enhancements based on feedback. Strong scripting and Linux skills are essential for success in this role.