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Software Test Engineer – Wifi

Software Test Engineer – Wifi

CompanyArista Networks
LocationSanta Clara, CA, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, IT or a related field.
  • 5 – 15 years of experience in troubleshooting wired or wireless networks and debugging complex software; experience with cloud and virtualization technologies a plus.
  • Knowledge with hands-on experience of the following Wi-Fi technologies is mandatory: RF and L1 intricacies, WiFi6E, WiFi6, WiFi5, features developed on top of underlying WiFi (e.g. Tunneling data path traffic).
  • Hands on experience with designing and implementing Wi-Fi labs at scale.
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
  • Proven expertise in creating test methodologies and writing test plans.
  • Solid knowledge of networking fundamentals across the OSI stack is a must.
  • Strong knowledge with Linux systems and networking tools.
  • Experience with working on complex deployments, handling customer escalations, debugging live network issues would be required.
  • Basic knowledge of RESTful APIs, JSON, and SQL would be an added advantage.
  • Excellent written and oral English communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Understand the Arista WiFi cloud architecture, its components, and related products.
  • Work with software development, test engineers and field support engineers to gather technical requirements, participate in functional specification and software design reviews, and validate that the product meets our customers’ requirements.
  • “Own” the feature and product; be the subject matter expert for your deliverables.
  • Be the first point of contact for field escalations. Reproduce the issue locally and drive them to a resolution by coordinating with Account, TAC, SysTest & Development teams.
  • Build and maintain Wi-Fi labs. The person will be responsible for designing & deploying complex networks that mimic customer environments.
  • Test out end to end solutions that encompass wired and wireless deployments.
  • Interop testing between Arista APs and enterprise grade Clients and custom Wi-Fi equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with cloud and virtualization technologies a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of RESTful APIs, JSON, and SQL would be an added advantage.