Principal Solution Test Engineer 10383 - Layer2/Layer3 Protocol Testing- Python |Data Center Networking

About the role

Experience: 13-20 Years

Role: PRINCIPAL QA SW ENGINEER

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Test Engineer to validate end-to-end solutions across modern data center and 5G networking environments. This role combines manual and automated testing, ensuring high-quality delivery of IP fabric-based solutions through robust validation frameworks developed in Python and Go (Golang).

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for complex networking solutions (L2/L3, IP Fabric, EVPN/VXLAN)

Validate 5G and data center architectures, including integration, scalability, and performance testing

Build and maintain automation frameworks using Python and Golang

Perform manual testing for new features, exploratory validation, and edge-case scenarios

Develop end-to-end solution validation, including interoperability and system-level testing

Automate regression, functional, and performance test suites

Troubleshoot and debug issues across network, system, and application layers

Collaborate with engineering, QA, and product teams to ensure high-quality releases

Analyze logs, packet captures, and system behavior to identify root cause issues

Support CI/CD pipelines and continuous testing strategy.

Required Skills

Technical

Strong programming skills in

Python (must-have)

Golang (preferred / strong plus)

Solid understanding of

Data center networking (Leaf-Spine, IP Fabric, Clos architectures)

Protocols: BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, TCP/IP

Experience in 5G technologies (Core, RAN, or transport network validation)

Hands-on experience with

Test automation frameworks

Linux systems and scripting

Proficiency in

Packet analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump)

Debugging distributed systems and network issues.