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# Cloud SW QA and automation Engineer

- **Company:** Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Secure Shell (SSH), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Testing, Code Coverage, Complex Networks, Information Systems, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Software Debugging, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Hyper-V, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), OSI Models, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Log Analysis, Network Protocols, Cloud Services, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Simple Network Management Protocols, Syslog, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Network Routers, Scripting, Performance Testing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Pytest, Information Technology, Vmware
- **Published:** August 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/cloud-sw-qa-and-automation-engineer-san-jose-ca-usa-58912135

## About the Role

test IDPS, switches, routers) * Demonstrate strong Linux CLI and Bash scripting for test automation Tasks * 8-15 years as a Senior software QA Engineer in networking/security * Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field * Strong understanding of OSI model and networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, HTTP, DNS, VLANs) and familiarity with SAML, SNMP, GRE, IPSEC, Syslog, MDM, SSH * Python scripting for automation and Pytest-based automated validation * Experience with VMware, KVM, Hyper-V; AWS/Azure cloud testing * Experience with load/ performance test systems (Breaking Point, Spirent) * Linux CLI and Bash scripting proficiency * Experience with log analysis and debugging * Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams Key requirements * Health & wellbeing benefits * Career development programs * Unconditional inclusion and flexible work arrangements

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will ensure the quality of security and cloud solutions through hands-on manual validation, performance testing, and automation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to validate complex network systems and orchestration features, shaping how our edge-to-cloud offerings perform at scale. You'll apply Python-based automation and Pytest to improve test coverage and reliability, contributing to secure, resilient products. This opportunity combines networking, security, and cloud testing in a scale-focused environment with a strong team culture. Compensation / Benefits * Manual test validation, performance/scale testing, and automation of security and cloud solutions * Design, develop, and execute test plans/cases for complex network orchestration and IDPS * Validate cloud deployment networks and route/tunnel orchestration * Log analysis, issue debugging, and cross-functional collaboration * Configure and test security devices (firewalls, VPNs, IDPS, switches, routers) * Demonstrate strong Linux CLI and Bash scripting for test automation Tasks * 8-15 years as a Senior software QA Engineer in networking/security * Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field * Strong understanding of OSI model and networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, HTTP, DNS, VLANs) and familiarity with SAML, SNMP, GRE, IPSEC, Syslog, MDM, SSH * Python scripting for automation and Pytest-based automated validation * Experience with VMware, KVM, Hyper-V; AWS/Azure cloud testing * Experience with load/ performance test systems (Breaking Point, Spirent) * Linux CLI and Bash scripting proficiency * Experience with log analysis and debugging * Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams Key requirements * Health & wellbeing benefits * Career development programs * Unconditional inclusion and flexible work arrangements


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