Senior Engineer II,System Validation Test

Role Overview :

We are seeking a highly skilled Netwroking QA Engineer with strong expertise in Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, multicast protocols, and advanced IP services. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across multiple vendor switches and demonstrate proficiency in designing and implementing complex network topologies for diverse customer use cases.

Key Responsibilities :

Network Design & Implementation

o Design and configure network topologies based on customer requirements and use cases.

o Ensure optimal performance and reliability across wired and wireless infrastructures.

Layer 2 Switching

o Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, LACP, STP, RSTP, PVST, MSTP.

o Implement MLAG, vPC, and IGMP Snooping for redundancy and multicast optimization.

Layer 3 & Multicast Protocols :

o Configure and maintain VRRP, OSPF, BGP for routing. o Implement multicast protocols such as IGMP and PIM-SM for efficient traffic distribution.

IP Services :

o Manage DNS, NTP, DHCP services.

o Configure AAA frameworks including TACACS+ and RADIUS for secure authentication.

Management & Monitoring :

o Utilize SNMP for network monitoring and management.

o Work with CLI, SNMP, and UI across multiple vendor platforms.

Advanced Protocols :

o Understand and configure PTP and AVB protocols (gPTP, MVRP, MSRP) for time-sensitive networking.

Documentation & Customer Interaction:

o Prepare detailed network diagrams and documentation.

o Engage with customers to understand topology and use cases, providing tailored solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Strong hands-on experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols.

Proficiency in multicast protocols and IP services.

Experience with multiple vendor switches (Cisco, Netgear, Juniper, etc.).

Skilled in CLI, SNMP, and UI-based configuration.

Good understanding of PTP and AVB protocols.

Ability to design and implement complex network topologies.

Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent.

Experience in AV over IP environments.Familiarity with network automation tools