63413P-Software Engineer 3

At Juniper, we believe the network is the single greatest vehicle for knowledge, understanding, and human advancement the world has ever known.

To achieve real outcomes, we know that experience is the most important requirement for networking teams and the people they serve. Delivering an experience-first, AI-Native Network pivots on the creativity and commitment of our people. It requires a consistent and committed practice, something we call the Juniper Way.

 

Software Test Engineer 3

 

Location: Bangalore

 

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join Juniper’s Test Engineering team, focused on automating and executing tests for networking products such as routers, switches, and associated software platforms. You will play a key role in validating real-world customer deployments, ensuring high performance and reliability across complex network environments.

As part of Product Deployment Test (PDT) Engineering, this is a highly technical role responsible for providing solid support of Juniper's networking solutions. This includes developing and executing customer-specific tests tied to product releases, feature enhancements, and full solution deployment. The role demands building and maintaining expertise in Juniper products deployed within specific customer networks

 

Basic Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s, Master’s, or M.Tech degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience

·         Minimum of 1 year experience

·         Strong analytical thinking and adept at troubleshooting complex issues.

·         Solid foundation in core Internet protocols including TCP, UDP, and both IPv4 and IPv6.

·         In-depth knowledge of networking technologies and protocols such as BGP, OSPF/IS-IS, ARP, VLANs, MPLS, L3VPN, MC-LAG, LACP and EVPN-VXLAN.

·         Testing expertise including test plan development, execution strategies, and familiarity with intricate customer network environments.

·         Automation experience involving execution of automated test cases, analyzing failures, and isolating bugs using logs and test results. Proficient in Python or similar scripting languages.

Desired Skills and Experience

·         Broad understanding of Cloud infrastructure, CORE systems, and WAN technologies.

·         Experience collaborating with development and system testing teams to identify test coverage and detect gaps.

·         Proficient in setting up test environments for feature validation, end-to-end solutions, and performance testing.

·         Skilled in configuring networking devices such as routers and switches.

·         Capable of authoring test plans and developing automation scripts.

·         Familiarity with automation frameworks and tools such as Python, Perl, Robot Framework, and Go.

·         Strong ability to articulate test outcomes and clearly document any software defects identified.

·         Prior hands-on exposure to the JUNOS operating system is advantageous.

·         Networking-related certifications are considered a benefit.

·         Practical experience with traffic simulation tools like Ixia or Spirent.

·         Effective written and oral communication abilities.

·         Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative work style. 

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

·         Participate in testing efforts that include solution testing, scale testing, migration testing, certification testing, etc.

·         Work with Development Functional and System Test Teams to analyze test coverage and gaps.

·         Automate and execute test case by both manually & automated way.

·         Produce a written report of assign project's deliverables such as test progress found software defect technical details etc.

·         Identify, troubleshoot, and document software defect and work with appropriate Juniper engineering resources to close the problems with customer satisfaction.

·         Participate in design and information gathering workshops with the Customer to understand, the Customer's existing network design, and technical requirements of new network designs.

·         Write test plan based on customer solution requirement.

·         Contribute to a variety of testing activities including solution validation, scalability assessment, migration scenarios, and certification processes.

·         Collaborate with development, functional, and system test teams to evaluate test coverage and identify any existing gaps.

·         Perform test execution using both manual methods and automated frameworks.

·         Generate detailed documentation on project outcomes, including testing progress and comprehensive defect reports.

·         Diagnose, document, and escalate software bugs, and coordinate with Juniper engineering teams to resolve issues ensuring customer satisfaction.

·         Engage in design and technical requirement workshops with customers to assess current network setups and define new solution needs.

·         Develop test plans tailored to customer-specific network solutions and design requirements.

ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS

Juniper Networks is in the business of network innovation. From devices to data centers, from consumers to cloud providers, Juniper Networks delivers the software, silicon and systems that transform the experience and economics of networking. Our products and technology run the world's largest and most demanding networks today, enabling service providers, enterprises, and governments to create value and accelerate business success. Everyday our 9,000+ colleagues come together across 46 countries to realize our company vision - Connect Everything, Empower Everyone. We are innovating in ways that empower our customers, our partners and ultimately, everyone, in a connected world. These customers include the top 130 global service providers, 96 of the Fortune 100 and hundreds of public sector organizations.

 

WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK?

Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bangalore, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their life's work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - it's an opportunity to help change the world...

Experience Level

Senior Level