Software QA Engineer

Cisco is hiring for the role of Software QA Engineer! Responsibilities of the Candidate: Expertise in Optical Technologies DWDM, ROADM, OTN & Coherent Own and execute system test strategy across end-to-end workflows, integrations Apply AI/ML-based testing approaches such as test generation, test optimization, anomaly detection, and failure prediction. Leverage Copilot and GenAI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate test development, refactoring, documentation, and root-cause analysis Hands-on with Manageability Applications OpenConfig, Restconf, Netconf-yang, Telemtery are a must. Write Python Automation test plans which define the automation strategy and test cases for new features / Solution Test / System Test Strong Software test engineering methodology and process knowledge Requirements: Excellent knowledge and testing skill in Optical technologies L0/L1 Hands on experience with Transponder,Amplifiers,Optical Line system products Python Automation Software test concepts , Test planning , Execution Preferred Qualifications : Excellent knowledge and testing skill in Optical technologies Quick learner with an open mind to "grey box" testing, bringing in strategic on-the-box, off-the-box views that reflect the state of IOS-XR systems. Experience in test engineering concepts and methodologies including test planning, test case design, test execution and test automation Experience with automation (TCL, Python), automation test tools and methodologies is required Excellent experience in Layer-0, Layer-1 traffic generators and analysers (e.g. Viavi, Agilent, Spirent, IXIA, etc.) Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills Typically requires MS/BS in EE/CS combined with 1-3 years proven experience