Software Engineer – Python Test Automation for Optical Networks (DWDM/OTN)
Cisco · Bengaluru
| Company | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Role | Software Engineer – Python Test Automation for Optical Networks (DWDM/OTN) |
| Location | Bengaluru |
| Work mode | On-site |
| Experience | 3–6 years |
| Job type | Full-time |
About this job
Cisco is hiring a Software Engineer for Python test automation on optical technologies in Bengaluru. You will test some of the world's largest service provider and web company networks.
The focus is DWDM, OTN and transponder or muxponder systems running IOS-XR. You will turn real customer deployments into test strategies, run Layer 0 and Layer 1 traffic tools and build automation in Python. The role is in the office.
Eligibility
- About 5-6 years of experience with a BS or MS in EE or CS
- Strong knowledge and testing of DWDM, OTN and transponders
- Python test automation and test methodology
- Traffic generators such as Spirent, IXIA, Viavi or JDSU
- Linux skills; CCNA, CCNP or CCIE is a plus
Skills required
What you will do
- Plan and run tests for optical networking features
- Build Python automation for optical tests
- Turn customer deployments into test strategies
- Use Layer 0/1 traffic tools to verify behaviour
- Debug issues on IOS-XR systems
How to apply
- Open the official Cisco job page with the Apply button and submit your application there.
- Tailor your resume to optical systems you tested, automation you built and customer issues you reproduced.
Before the interview, prepare:
- DWDM basics: channels, OSNR and amplifiers
- OTN layers: ODU, OTU and mapping client signals
- Transponder vs muxponder and how to test each
- Python framework design for long-running lab tests
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