Automation QA Engineer (Python, Linux)

PLVision is looking for an Automation QA Engineer with Python, Linux OS and computer networking expertise. In this role, you will be part of a professional team that advances SONiC support for new clients’ hardware. Your primary responsibilities will include designing and implementing automated test cases, troubleshooting complex issues and collaborating with international cross-functional teams to deliver top-quality solutions.

Thanks to PLVision’s in-demand specialization in computer networking, we continue to expand our projects and offer long-term career opportunities and professional development to all our specialists. Join us and get ready to work with cutting-edge technologies, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to innovative solutions in the dynamic computer networking field. Your input on joint success will be truly valued.

Client Profile

• Our customer is a U.S.-based global vendor of networking equipment, software, and switching ASICs (chips). Their networking products provide end-to-end solutions for data centers, ISPs/Telecoms, and enterprise clients.

About the Project

• A community-driven test suite for SONiC (Software for Open Networking in the Cloud) is available. As a verification team member, your role will be instrumental in building a test environment and extending test coverage for switch/router products. This project involves working with various technologies (Python3, Bash, Linux, Docker) and the physical hardware.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regular quality evaluation of networking products by building and maintaining a stable test environment
• Expand test coverage for new product features
• Perform SONiC/SAI software testing across multiple platforms
• Analyze requirements and review Test Plan/Test Case documents
• Execute test regressions for the product line and maintain thorough documentation to assist in debugging and software modifications
• Implement new test suites and cases to enhance regression coverage for new features and protocols
• Develop, modify and execute software test plans, automated scripts and testing programs
• Create tools and scripts to automate the build and test environments
• Assist the engineering team with build-related issues, troubleshooting build dependencies and managing incremental build differences
• Ensure the smooth operation of the systems and tools required for building, integrating and testing the software system, thereby contributing to the overall quality of the product

Requirements

• In-depth understanding of QA methodologies
• At least 2 years of experience in Test Automation (Python/Ansible/Bash)
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD)
• Excellent analytical, debugging and problem-solving skills
• Experience with Continuous Integration (CI) methodologies and tools (Gerrit, Jenkins, etc.)
• Knowledge of Linux as a working environment
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or computer engineering

Would be a plus

• Experience with SAI/SONiC implementation and integration
• Hands-on experience with testing Network Operating System (NOS) products
• Experience in embedded application development
• Strong knowledge of Linux networking
• Familiarity with virtualization and containerization technologies

About PLVision

• We are a software product development company specializing in computer networking and embedded systems. PLVision has offices in Krakow, Poland, and in Lviv, Ukraine. Founded in 2007, the company helps networking industry leaders and ambitious startups in the U.S., Israel, and the EU countries to launch innovative products.
• Check us out https://plvision.eu/