Software QA Engineer – L2/L3 Protocols, Python & Manual Testing
Cisco · Bengaluru
| Company | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Role | Software QA Engineer – L2/L3 Protocols, Python & Manual Testing |
| Location | Bengaluru |
| Work mode | On-site |
| Experience | 6+ years |
| Job type | Full-time |
About this job
Cisco is hiring a Software QA Engineer in Bengaluru to test networking software. You need deep knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies and strong manual testing skills, backed by scripting in Python, TCL or Perl.
You will troubleshoot complex software and OS issues, find root causes and improve test automation frameworks and strategies. AI and GenAI knowledge is expected. The role is in the office.
Eligibility
- 6 years in test automation development and software or OS testing
- Deep L2 and L3 technology and protocol knowledge
- Scripting in Python, TCL or Perl and very strong manual testing
- Problem solving across Layers 2 to 7
- Understanding of AI/GenAI tools; virtualisation or cloud is a plus
Skills required
What you will do
- Test networking features manually and with scripts
- Find root causes of software and OS issues
- Improve test automation frameworks
- Plan test strategies for better coverage
- Share test results clearly with developers
How to apply
- Open the official Cisco job page with the Apply button and submit your application there.
- Tailor your resume to networking features you tested, bugs you caught and automation you added.
Before the interview, prepare:
- L2/L3 test scenarios: VLAN, STP, OSPF and BGP failover
- Writing a test plan for a new routing feature
- Python test scripts: pytest, fixtures and device connections
- Reading packet captures to prove a bug
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