Principal Network SDK QA Lead

Eridu AI; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in AI infrastructure is seeking a Technical Leader for Network SDK QA. This hands-on technical leadership role involves defining QA strategy, designing test frameworks, and mentoring engineers for rigorous validation of the SDK. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in software QA, strong knowledge of networking architectures, and is passionate about automation. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance to influence AI technology's future.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software QA or validation for networking SDKs, NOS platforms, or embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of networking architectures, including L2/L3 forwarding, ACLs, QoS, and multicast.
• Leadership experience – mentoring engineers, driving technical reviews, and managing quality deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Own the QA strategy and execution for the Network SDK.
• Design and maintain comprehensive test frameworks and automation suites.
• Lead the qualification process for SDK releases, including functional, regression, performance, and scalability testing.

Skills

Software QA or validation for networking SDKs

Networking architectures (L2/L3 forwarding, ACLs)

C/C++ API testing

Python automation

Linux-based environments

Debugging skills using packet captures and logs

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

IXIA

Spirent

TRex

Job description

A technology firm specializing in AI infrastructure is seeking a Technical Leader for Network SDK QA. This hands-on technical leadership role involves defining QA strategy, designing test frameworks, and mentoring engineers for rigorous validation of the SDK. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in software QA, strong knowledge of networking architectures, and is passionate about automation. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance to influence AI technology's future.