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Juniper Networks

Senior Staff, Software Engineer (Networking Protocols & Python Test Automation)

Juniper Networks, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087


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.

Senior Staff, Software Engineer

(Networking Protocols & Python Test Automation)

Location (HYBRID): Sunnyvale, CA

Software Engineer is responsible for delivering production grade quality products by validating and qualifying the software and hardware products through automated, agile, and adaptive test engineering methodologies. The engineer should be well versed with networking technologies, virtualization technologies, and strong automation skills.This role will require you to be a team player, excellent problem solver, and ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. In addition, should have strong background in automation. As part of JVD/MFT (Juniper Validated Design/Multi Feature Test) Engineering, it is a highly technical role, responsible for providing solid support of Juniper's Networking Products that involve market segment testing for a release, product, and solution. The candidate should be knowledgeable in networking fundamentals, well versed in L3 protocols and experience in both manual & automation testing.

Key Responsibilities:

Understand the market use deployments using Juniper Products and then develop test strategy, and plan for network solution.Should be able to deliver automated scripts using agile process and latest techniques.Work with PLM, Field/Sales Engineers, and Customers to Analyze Customer Deployment Architectures, Network Topologies, and Test Plans.Work with Development, Functional, and System Test Teams to analyze test coverage and gaps.Participate in design and information gathering workshops with the TMEs to understand, the market segment network design, and technical requirements of new network designs.Produce a written report of assigned project deliverables such as test progress reports including software defects encountered with technical details etc.Identify, troubleshoot, and document software defect and work with appropriate Juniper engineering resources to close the problems.Work with teams across geographical locations.Support in replicating customer found issues and complete RCCA.Contribute on white papers / patents / IETFs on related technical areas.Provide proof of concept (POC) to realize a certain customer use case scenario to demonstrate its feasibility.Communicate effectively with the PLM, customers, account team and other internal stakeholders on the overall testing aspect.Should be able to adjust and work in a fast-paced project environment.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics / Computer Science.15+ years of relevant experience as test engineer in networking domain with strong automation background.Internet Protocols: TCP, UDP, IPv4/IPv6Domain Knowledge: Cloud Provider/ Enterprise and Data Centre TechnologiesNetworking Protocols: BGP, OSPF/ISIS, ARP, VLANS, MPLS, L3VPN, MC-LAG, LACP, L2VPN, VPLS, Multicast, NGMVPN, EVPN-VXLAN etc.Test Knowledge: Prepare Test Plans, Test Execution, Understanding of Complex Customer Networks.Automation: Experience in automated test execution, ability to debug automation failures, and narrow down software issues from test results and logs. Knowledge in Python / TCL / Go or any other scripting language.Preferred Qualifications:

JNCIE or equivalent certification

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Minimum Salary: $159,200.00

Maximum Salary:$228,850.00

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $159,200.00 and $228,850.00/year; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes medical benefits, 401(k) eligibility, vacation, sick time, and parental leave. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Juniper's pay range data is provided in accordance with local state pay transparency regulations. Juniper may post different minimum wage ranges for permanent residency petitions pursuant to US Department of Labor requirements.

ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS

Juniper Networks challenges the inherent complexity that comes with networking and security in the multicloud era. We do this with products, solutions and services that transform the way people connect, work and live. We simplify the process of transitioning to a secure and automated multicloud environment to enable secure, AI-driven networks that connect the world. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

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...

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT JUNIPER

At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. We know from experience that people from underrepresented groups often do not apply for roles they do not feel they meet all the criteria for. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We'd love to speak with you.

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