QA Automation Engineer II - Wireless Networking

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a QA/Automation Engineer to validate wireless platforms by writing test plans, building automation, and analyzing system behavior.

You will work in real networking labs, gaining hands-on experience with routers, switches, and access points while applying AI-assisted development tools to boost testing efficiency. The role emphasizes debugging, lab-based validation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality wireless products.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 0 years of work experience
• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of work experience
• Education and work experience in CS/CE/CIS/Network Engineering or related field
• Strong programming fundamentals, Python or similar scripting language, and networking basics (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routing)
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Curious about AI-enabled engineering practices and AI tools

Responsibilities

• Write and execute test plans and test cases for wireless features and systems
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python or similar languages
• Analyze test results and identify issues, inconsistencies, or performance gaps
• Reproduce customer and system issues in controlled lab environments
• Assist in setting up and maintaining testbeds and lab environments (routers, switches, access points)
• Collaborate with development and platform teams to debug and resolve issues
• Learn and apply AI-assisted tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor) to improve testing efficiency and automation

Skills

Python programming

Networking concepts

Analytical thinking

AI-enabled practices

Debugging

Lab environments

Education

Master's degree in CS/CE/CIS/Network Eng

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/CIS/Network Eng

Tools

Copilot

Cursor

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a QA/Automation Engineer to validate wireless platforms by writing test plans, building automation, and analyzing system behavior.

You will work in real networking labs, gaining hands-on experience with routers, switches, and access points while applying AI-assisted development tools to boost testing efficiency. The role emphasizes debugging, lab-based validation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality wireless products.