Job Description

Scope of Responsibilities & Position Expectations
We are looking for a Senior/Lead QA Engineer with deep expertise in Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching technologies to lead the validation of enterprise and carrier-grade networking products. This role requires a blend of technical depth, and strategic thinking. The candidate will own the QA strategy, guide a team of engineers, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure world-class quality and reliability of switching solutions.
Key Responsibilities

• Define QA strategy, scope, and processes for Layer 2/Layer 3 switching features.

• Lead a team of QA engineers in test planning, execution, automation, and defect tracking.

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance in debugging and protocol analysis.

• Validate advanced Layer 2 features: VLANs ( ), STP/RSTP/MSTP, LLDP, LACP, IGMP snooping, storm control, QoS.

• Validate advanced Layer 3 features: IPv4/IPv6 forwarding, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, RIP, IS-IS), VRRP, ECMP, multicast (IGMP, PIM). Drive scalability, convergence, high availability, and failover testing under stress conditions.

• Utilize industry-standard traffic generators (Ixia, Spirent) and packet analyzers (Wireshark, tcpdump) for benchmarking and troubleshooting.

• Collaborate with chipset vendors, product management, and development teams to resolve complex issues and optimize features.

• Provide detailed test reports, release readiness assessments, and risk analysis to stakeholders.

• Champion continuous improvement in QA methodologies, tools, and infrastructure.

• Own automation development (Python, Pytest) and integrate with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins).

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in networking QA.

• Strong understanding of Ethernet switching and IP routing protocols (L2/L3).

• Proven expertise in traffic generation and analysis tools (Ixia, Spirent, Wireshark).

• Strong hands-on experience in network automation (Python / Pytest).

• Familiarity with Linux networking stack, FRRouting/Quagga, and virtualization labs (EVE-NG/GNS3).

• Experience in large-scale test planning, regression automation, and release validation.

• Excellent debugging skills across data plane, control plane, and management plane.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cloud-managed networks.

• Exposure to Netconf/REST APIs, SNMP, and telemetry frameworks.

• Certifications: CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent advanced networking certs.

• Prior experience in leading QA strategy for enterprise/campus/carrier switching.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring ability.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

• Proactive in identifying risks and driving closure across teams.

• Passion for quality, reliability, and customer-focused testing.

Skills Required