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# Software Development Test Engineer, Hybrid, Milpitas, CA

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Milpitas, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $155,000.0 - $222,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Software Bug Management, Catalyst (Software), Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Continuous Integration, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Network Administration, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Backend, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Cisco Switches, Cisco, Golang, Microservices
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88593474/1

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related area, combined with 5 years of related experience, or Master's Degree in Computer Science or related area, combined with 3 years of related experience, or a PhD with 0 equivalent related work experience.
 * QA/testing experience for cloud, SaaS, enterprise networking, or distributed systems.
 * Experience testing REST APIs, backend services, dashboards, and integrated workflows.
 * Automation experience using Python, Java, Go, or similar languages.
 * Familiarity with AI-assisted SDLC practices, including AI-supported test generation, automation, defect analysis, documentation, and engineering workflows.
 * Experience with Kubernetes, microservices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud/on-prem deployment models.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with Cisco Cloud Control, Cisco Catalyst Center, network management platforms, or enterprise networking domains.
 * Exposure to Quarkus-based services and Go-based backend components.
 * Ability to analyze logs, troubleshoot service behavior, and validate issues across multiple components.
 * Experience with scale, performance, reliability, and resiliency testing.

## Description

Join the Cisco Catalyst Center team, a dynamic group dedicated to transforming enterprise network management through automation and intelligence. Our team plays a critical role in simplifying complex network operations, enabling organizations to deliver seamless, secure, and scalable digital experiences. We are a collaborative and innovative team, passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive network assurance and operational efficiency. With a culture that fosters continuous learning and growth, Network Platform team members work closely across Cisco's broader networking and security portfolios to shape the future of intent-based networking!
Your Impact

 * Test Global Management features across Cisco Cloud Control, Meraki Dashboard, and on-prem deployments.
 * Validate next-generation scale scenarios involving multiple organizations and large numbers of managed devices.
 * Develop and execute test plans for Catalyst Center lifecycle management workflows.
 * Test agentic operations involving Cisco Cloud Control dashboards, Catalyst Center, and backend service integrations.
 * Validate API interfaces, service behavior, data flows, and end-to-end workflows.
 * Build and maintain automation for functional, integration, regression, and scale testing.
 * Use AI-assisted tools and techniques across the SDLC to improve test planning, automation development, defect triage, log analysis, and overall engineering productivity.
 * Identify, isolate, document, and track defects through resolution.
 * Collaborate with development teams to improve testability, observability, and release quality.