Network Test Automation Engineer (Python / PyATS)

Role Summary
This senior network engineering role involves managing and automating network code and platform certification processes across multiple platforms, including IOS XE, IOS, NXOS, and Catalyst Centre. The position requires deep technical expertise in network infrastructure, automation, and testing, with responsibility for streamlining certification workflows through advanced scripting and virtualization techniques. Candidates will play a critical role in enabling efficient, reliable network platform validation and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Lead network engineering efforts for automation of platform certification, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Perform R&S export testing using IXIA IxNetwork and IxLoad, analyzing performance metrics to validate network functionality.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools utilizing Python, Ansible, and Robot Framework to streamline certification processes.
• Manage and automate network lab environments, including hardware and software configurations, via APIs.
• Automate the setup and control of network testbeds, including physical and virtual topologies.
• Standardize testbed and topology designs for consistent, repeatable testing environments.
• Convert manual test plans into automated certification pipelines to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of automation solutions within existing workflows.
• Maintain familiarity with Cisco CML, EVE-NG, and related network simulation tools to support lab automation.
• Document automation processes, configurations, and test results to ensure compliance and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network engineering with a focus on automation and testing in enterprise or data center environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python scripting for network automation tasks.
• Experience with Ansible, Robot Framework, and API integration for device certification automation.
• Hands-on knowledge of IXIA IxNetwork, IxLoad, Cisco CML, and EVE-NG for network performance testing and virtual lab environment setup.
• Demonstrated ability to automate network lab setup, control, and management of virtual topologies.
• Familiarity with network platform certification processes, including IOS XE, IOS, NXOS, and Catalyst platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to convert manual procedures into automated workflows.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting with excellent communication skills.
• Availability to start within a mutually agreed upon timeframe and work of flexible hours if required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to work in a remote environment.

Publishing Pay Range: $62.00 – $70.00 hourly

This is a fully remote role and can be performed from an approved location.