Network Engg

Overview

On Site
58 - 62
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)
No Travel Required
Unable to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

Network Engineer
Ethernet
Python
Pytest
BGP
OSPF
ISIS
QoS
AWS
GCP

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

· Design, implement, and execute comprehensive test plans for networking equipment and networking features.

· Set up, configure, and troubleshoot complex multi-vendor networking lab environments that mimic live networks.

· Validate performance, scalability, and reliability of enterprise and service provider networking solutions.

· Develop Python-based automation scripts and frameworks to improve test efficiency and coverage.

· Conduct system-level testing across Ethernet, IP, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, ISIS, and related technologies.

· Perform traffic generation and analysis using tools such as Ixia/Keysight.

· Collaborate closely with development, QA, and operations teams to identify, debug, and resolve issues.

· Document test cases, results, and defects with high clarity and detail.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

· 7+ years of hands-on experience in network testing or qualification.

· Strong knowledge of L2/L3 protocols: Ethernet, VLANs, STP, IP, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, ISIS, QoS.

· Solid background with Enterprise or ISP-grade network design, configuration, and troubleshooting.

· Demonstrate strong ability to set up, configure, and troubleshoot complex, large-scale network environments across multi-vendor platforms (Nokia, Cisco, Arista, Ciena, Juniper, etc)

· Proficiency in Python for test automation (Pytest or similar frameworks).

· Hands-on experience with traffic generators and analyzers (Ixia/Keysight preferred).

· Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in fast-paced environments.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Skills

· Experience with cloud networking technologies (Google Cloud Platform, AWS, etc).

· Knowledge of Linux-based test environments and shell scripting.

· Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and test integration.

· Familiarity with optical transport technologies (DWDM, OTN, Ethernet over optics).

· CCIE, JNCIE certification a plus

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