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# Network Test Engineer

- **Company:** Bayside Solutions
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $145,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Linux, Ethernet, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Layer, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Network Protocols, Software Product Management, System Testing, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Tcpdump, Test Execution Engine, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Network Switches, Scripting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Containerization, Information Technology, Cisco
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e6ac9f0b-bb71-482c-9e02-7ab3d24984f8

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
 * Experience in testing networking or network security products.
 * Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 routing, Ethernet fundamentals, and Common network protocols
 * Experience working with Linux operating systems.
 * Experience configuring or troubleshooting enterprise network switches.
 * Experience creating and executing test plans and test cases.
 * Experience with Python or another scripting language for test automation.
 * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
 * Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with Arista, Cisco, Juniper, or other enterprise networking platforms.
 * Familiarity with network security concepts, including firewalls, ACLs, VLANs, VPNs, and packet analysis.
 * Exposure to low-level networking implemented in C or C++.
 * Experience using packet capture and analysis tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump.
 * Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
 * Familiarity with virtualization and container technologies.
 * Experience working in hardware or networking lab environments.

## Description

We are seeking a Network Test Consultant to help validate and improve an in-house network security platform. This role is focused on testing, validation, troubleshooting, and test automation rather than product software development. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in networking, Linux, and network security, along with experience creating and executing test plans for network-based systems., * Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for network security products.

 * Validate functionality, reliability, scalability, and performance of networking features.
 * Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python or similar scripting languages.
 * Troubleshoot networking issues across Linux systems, network switches, and related infrastructure.
 * Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with software and hardware engineering teams to resolve issues.
 * Perform regression, integration, functional, and system testing.
 * Configure and operate network equipment in lab environments.
 * Document test procedures, findings, and recommendations.
 * Contribute to continuous improvements in test automation and testing methodologies.


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