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Senior Principal, Solution Test & Automation Engineer

Sunnyvale, California, United States of AmericaFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Lead quality engineering for large-scale networking and distributed software solutions, serving as a go-to authority for complex validation challenges and driving innovation in automation.

Role type

Senior Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership

Builds

Scalable automation frameworks, validation strategies, and quality engineering practices for networking products

Domain

Networking, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure

Required skills

Python, Go, C++, Linux/UNIX internals, distributed system validation, CI/CD integration, performance testing, fault injection, root-cause analysis, technical mentorship, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

Advanced networking (Layer 2/3, TCP/IP, MPLS, EVPN), network operating systems, cloud infrastructure, observability platforms, AI-assisted engineering tools, industry certifications (JNCIE, CCIE)

Technologies

Python, Go, C++, Linux, UNIX, Ixia, Spirent, JUNOS, CI/CD pipelines

Responsibilities

Define and drive automation strategy across products and teams; Architect scalable automation frameworks for functional, integration, and performance testing; Lead validation of complex customer deployments and real-world networking solutions; Mentor engineers and lead cross-functional technical initiatives; Influence architecture decisions to improve testability and operational excellence; Present technical findings and risk assessments to customers and stakeholders

Seniority

Senior Principal, hands-on IC with strategic impact