Platform Test Engineer - L2/l3 Protocols| Routing| Python Automation (8-12 Yrs)

Cisco UK

Hybrid
8-12 years networking product testing experience
Python automation and rest api proficiency
Layer 1/2/3 protocol deep-dive analysis
The role involves defining comprehensive test strategies and validating the Cisco Secure Router Platform across kernel, hardware, and control planes

Job Summary

  • The role involves defining comprehensive test strategies and validating the Cisco Secure Router Platform across kernel, hardware, and control planes.
  • Candidates will design scalable test frameworks using Python to drive longevity, soak, and stress testing while utilizing modern AI-assisted coding tools.
  • The team focuses on simplifying network operations through centralized management and automation to ensure optimal application performance in enterprise WANs.

Matching Summary

The role involves defining comprehensive test strategies and validating the Cisco Secure Router Platform across kernel, hardware, and control planes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-12 years networking product testing experience
  • Python automation and REST API proficiency
  • Layer 1/2/3 protocol deep-dive analysis
  • Linux OS and virtualization (KVM/ESXi) expertise
  • Ixia or Spirent traffic generator usage
  • Kernel and hardware-abstraction layer debugging

Nice-to-have

  • AI-assisted coding tools like GitHub Copilot
  • CCNP Enterprise Infrastructure certification
  • Optical networking and cabling knowledge
  • Agile development methodology experience
  • Mentoring junior engineers capability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • 8-12 years industry experience in L1-L3 testing
  • 6+ years driving test automation with Python

Work Rights

Not specified

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