QA Automation Architect (Networking) in PLVision

We are looking for a QA Automation Architect (Networking) with in-depth knowledge of Python and a strong understanding of networking technologies to join PLVision. Our ideal candidate should have profound experience working with enterprise-level software and performing advanced testing, both functional and non-functional.As a Quality Assurance Architect, you will join our Architecture Office and play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of the innovative products we build for our customers, who value PLVision’s unique expertise in end-to-end networking software development. You will drive the design and implementation of test automation frameworks, with a focus on open-source networking operating systems and software.At PLVision, we foster lifelong learning, encourage initiative, and recognize our experts’ professional achievements. We offer numerous opportunities for professional growth in a thriving Ukrainiancompany with in-demand and future-proof specialization in computer networking.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement test automation frameworks for networking products, including switches, routers, smart NICs, and DPUsDevelop and execute test plans for networking products to ensure they meet quality standards, including functional and non-functional requirementsCollaborate with development teams to ensure that test automation is integrated into the development process and that issues are detected and addressed on timeStay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices for test automation and quality assurance in the networking industryLead and mentor other members of the Quality Assurance and testing teamsActive involvement in open-source communities related to networking productsKnowledge of market trends in the networking industry and ability to align test automation strategies with customer product needsRequirements8+ years of experience in Software Testing and Quality Assurance with a focus on test automation and scriptingProficiency in Python programming language and experience with other scripting languagesTest automation frameworks and scripting languages such as pytest, Robot Framework and unittestExperience of working in the networking industry, specifically with switches, routers, smart NICs and DPUsExperience with open-source networking operating systems and software, such as SONiC, DENT, Linux, Open vSwitch and DPDKIn-depth knowledge of networking technologies, protocols and architectures, including L2/L3 switching, routing, load balancing and securityStrong understanding of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs and VXLANStrong understanding of the configuration and operation of switches, routers, smart NICs and DPUsKnowledge of software-defined networking (SDN) concepts and architectures such as OpenFlow and OVSDBKnowledge of network testing and monitoring tools such as Spirent, IxiaKnowledge of network emulation and simulation tools such as GNS3 and NS-3Experience with network testing tools such as Wireshark, tcpdump, ping, etc.Experience with network automation and programmability using such tools as Ansible and REST APIsKnowledge of virtualization and containerization tools such as VirtualBox, Docker and KubernetesGood understanding of CI/CD processesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team Show more Show less Job level Senior middle level Type of employment Full-time Job duties Quality assurance Industries Comp computer network products