The Role
Individual contributor responsible for validating telecom and data networking products through test strategies, plans, tools, and scripts. The role covers functional, performance, scalability, cloud, microservices, Layer 2/Layer 3 protocol, network security, and network management testing. Responsibilities include topology planning, requirements-to-testcase mapping, defect tracking, debugging, and collaboration with engineering, services, and field teams for customer deployments.
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Roles and Responsibilities:
The QA Engineer would be an individual contributor partnering with other Engineering teams, Services and Field Engineers to help build and validate the Products and Solutions for high end customer deployments. The Engineers would write test strategy, test plans and develop tools and scripts to cover the various functional, performance and scalability aspects of Platform and Software solution validation.
Qualification and Experience:
B.E. / B.Tech. or equivalent in CS/ECE/TCE/EEE or MS in Computer science/application/engineering
2-4 years of relevant industry experience in Telecom/Data Networking and network security
Skillset Required:
• Excellent knowledge and work experience in most of the following areas:
• Good understanding of Operating system concepts and network applications and network operating system.
• Familiarity with Traffic Generators (Ixia/Spirent) and Network debugging tools (Wireshark, ping, traceroute etc.)
• Good knowledge of Cloud based application validation and micro services-based architecture.
• Should have hands-on experience on Test planning, computer networking topology planning, requirement-to-testcase mapping, Test case writing, Defect logging and tracking, with excellent debugging skills.
• Good knowledge of testing methodologies, knowledge of different testing types and overall product life cycle.
• Good Analytical and Communication Skills
• IEEE 802.1 (Bridging, VLAN, STP, MAC security, LLDP)
• L2/L3 Features (TCP/IP, VRRP, IGMP, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, ICMPv6, ARP), Basic understanding of IS-IS.
• Network Management and Monitoring (SNMP, SFLOW, Netflow, RMON, ERSPAN)
• DHCP, DNS, SSH, RADIUS, TACACS, LDAP, IPSec, CA.
• Network Security and Management features - Netlogin, AAA, IP sec, Firewalls, SSL, SNMP MIB.
• Unix/Linux and Windows environments.
Added Advantages:
• ISTQB, Cloud Practitioner, Network+, CWNA and CCNA certification will have added advantage.
Skills Required
- B.E. or B.Tech. in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, Telecommunications, or Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or an equivalent degree
- Alternatively, an M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Applications, or Engineering
- 2-4 years of relevant industry experience in telecommunications, data networking, or network security
- Experience with operating system concepts, network applications, and network operating systems
- Familiarity with Ixia or Spirent traffic generators and network debugging tools such as Wireshark, ping, and traceroute
- Knowledge of cloud-based application validation and microservices architectures
- Hands-on experience with test planning, network topology planning, requirements-to-testcase mapping, test case writing, defect logging and tracking, and debugging
- Knowledge of testing methodologies, testing types, and the overall product lifecycle
- Knowledge of IEEE 802.1, Layer 2/Layer 3 protocols, network management, monitoring, network security, and authentication features
- Experience working in Unix, Linux, and Windows environments
- ISTQB certification
- Cloud Practitioner certification
- Network+ certification
- CWNA certification
- CCNA certification
Extreme Networks Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work options and time‑off policies are emphasized through a 'Flex First' model with remote/hybrid choices and flexible or unlimited PTO. Wellness programs, volunteer time, and family leave round out a broad, adaptable package.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, and HSA eligibility. U.S. high‑deductible plans include a company HSA contribution, strengthening the financial value of coverage.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation is accessible via RSUs and an ESPP that enables discounted stock purchases. Variable pay and equity components can materially lift total compensation when business performance is strong.
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What We Do
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