STAFF QA SW ENGINEER 9831 - Layer2/Layer3 Protocol Testing- Python Automation

Extreme Networks; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in networking solutions is seeking a Test Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will excel in testing assignments related to data networking concepts, utilizing advanced testing tools and methodologies. Strong communication skills and proficiency in scripting languages are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of L2 and L3 protocols essential.
• Experience with performance and throughput testing.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate feature requirements into test cases and automation.
• Execute testing assignments quickly and effectively.
• Collaborate with design engineers and marketing.

Skills

Network Protocols

Test Automation

Communication Skills

Data Networking Concepts

Scripting Languages

Tools

Ixia

Smartbits

STC

Quality Center

Rational ClearQuest

Job description

Job Description:

Must be able to work closely with design engineers, marketing, and other test engineers. It is important for the candidate to be able to understand feature requirements and translate to test cases and test automation. This position requires the ability to quickly and effectively execute testing assignments:

Strong data networking concepts:

• Working Knowledge of L2 protocols- (STP/MSTP/RSTP, 802.1q/ad/aq, 802.3ah, 802.1ag/Y.1731 (Ethernet OAM/CFM))

• Working Knowledge of Layer-3 Protocols - IPv4/IPv6, OSPFv2/v3, IS-IS, BGP4, IGMP, PIM-SM/SSM

• Exposure to VxLAN, L2VPN (Pseudowire, VPLS) and L3VPN (BGP/MPLS VPN) technologies

• Strong Knowledge of product verification methodologies and strategies.

• Experience in performance and throughput testing

• Experience in working with test tools like Ixia, Smartbits, STC and packet sniffers.

• Experience in scripting languages like Perl, Tcl and Tk.

• Experience with Rational ClearQuest or other bug tracking tools

• Experience in test case management tools like Quality Center

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills