Software Engineer 4 – Routing Protocols Test and Automation Engineer

About the Role:
Juniper Networks is seeking a talented Routing Protocols Test Engineer with a strong background in network protocols and test automation to join our growing team. As part of our cutting-edge networking solutions, you will be responsible for validating and debugging routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and Segment Routing. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with world-class engineers on next-generation products that shape the future of networking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, execute, and maintain automated and manual test cases to validate the performance and functionality of routing protocols like OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and Segment Routing.
• Leverage Python to build and improve test automation frameworks, making testing more efficient and scalable.
• Investigate and debug network issues, performing root cause analysis and resolving complex networking problems.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, product management, and other QA engineers, to design test plans, environments, and tools.
• Document and communicate test results, including detailed bug reports and feedback to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements in testing and automation to improve efficiency and product quality.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Automation Expertise: Strong experience in automation, preferably with Python. Knowledge of automation frameworks (e.g., Robot Framework, Pytest) is a plus.
• Routing Protocols: Deep knowledge of Layer-2 and Layer-3 protocols, including OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and Segment Routing. Experience testing, validating, and debugging these protocols is essential.
• Debugging: Strong debugging skills and experience troubleshooting complex networking issues. Ability to quickly isolate issues in a multi-vendor environment.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to clearly explain technical issues and progress to both technical and non-technical teams.

ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS

Juniper Networks is in the business of network innovation. From devices to data centers, from consumers to cloud providers, Juniper Networks delivers the software, silicon and systems that transform the experience and economics of networking. Our products and technology run the world's largest and most demanding networks today, enabling service providers, enterprises, and governments to create value and accelerate business success. Everyday our 9,000+ colleagues come together across 46 countries to realize our company vision - Connect Everything, Empower Everyone. We are innovating in ways that empower our customers, our partners and ultimately, everyone, in a connected world. These customers include the top 130 global service providers, 96 of the Fortune 100 and hundreds of public sector organizations.

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...