Senior QA SW Engineer - Salem, NH (10434)

Extreme Networks, Inc; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Extreme Networks, Inc. in Salem, NH is seeking a Senior QA Software Engineer to prevent defects and ensure software quality across networking products.

You will design and execute test plans, develop automated tests with Selenium, Python, and JavaScript, and collaborate with the QA Engineering team to improve release quality. This role offers a rolling deadline with competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of hands-on software testing and QA with test automation and networking-based apps.
• Strong drive, initiative, and excellent communication in a team.
• Basic networking concepts: Network Management, TCP/IP, SNMP.
• Experience in test automation: Selenium, QTP, Python and JavaScript.
• Understanding of web services, XML, JSON, APIs and data-driven apps.
• BSCE, BSCS, BSEE or equivalent considering experience.

Responsibilities

• Debug software products through systematic tests to develop, apply, and maintain quality standards.
• Develop, modify, and execute software test plans.
• Develop, modify, and execute automated test scripts.
• Maintain documentation of test results to assist debugging and modification of software.
• Analyze test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective action.
• Consult with development engineers in resolution of problems.

Skills

Test automation

Networking basics

Team player

Strong communication

Education

BSCE/BSCS/BSEE

Tools

Selenium

QTP

Python

JavaScript

Robot

Perl

Shell

IXIA

Linux

Windows

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.

Become part of something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there is no better time to join the Extreme team.

Position details

Title of position: Senior QA Software Engineer

Position type: Full time

Location: Salem, NH

Position reports to: Manager of QA Engineering

Application deadline: Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis and this posting will remain open until filled.

Work authorization: Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the role will be performed.

Responsibilities

• Debug software products through the use of systematic tests to develop, apply, and maintain quality standards.
• Develop, modify, and execute software test plans.
• Develop, modify, and execute automated tests scripts.
• Maintain documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software.
• Analyze test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective action.
• Consult with development engineers in resolution of problems.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3-8 years of hands-on experience in software testing and quality assurance, with strong exposure to test automation frameworks and networking-based applications.
• Strong drive and initiative coupled with excellent communication skills and works comfortably in a team environment
• Basic networking concepts (Network Management, TCP/IP, SNMP)
• Experience in test automation - Selenium, QTP, Python and Javascript
• Understanding of web services, XML, JSON, APIs and data-driven web applications
• BSCE, BSCS, BSEE, or equivalent considering experience

Desired Skill/Experience

• Tools development and Test Automation: Scripting (Robot, Perl, Python, Shell)
• Hand on experience in Protocol Packet Generator (IXIA)
• Linux and Windows environments
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies a plus

$110,000 - $120,000 a year

This role offers a market‑competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range of 120,000 to 140,000 USD. Actual compensation will depend on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and work location. The posted range reflects the amount Extreme Networks reasonably and in good faith expects to pay upon hire. This range is determined using objective, gender‑neutral criteria based on skills, experience, responsibility, and working conditions. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a performance‑based bonus and the full benefits package described below.

Benefits and total rewards:

Extreme Networks offers a comprehensive benefits package. Specific benefits vary by country and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities where role permits
• Paid time off, including open time off in eligible markets and statutory leave in all markets
• Paid holidays in accordance with local practice
• Retirement savings programs, including RRSP matching in Canada
• Employee Stock Purchase Program, where eligible
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement, where eligible

Benefits eligibility is based on country of employment, role, and employment status. Complete benefits details will be provided during the interview process and in the formal offer of employment.