Middle Open Networking Automation and Verification Engineer

Validate SONiC and SONiC Lite functionality across networking features, platform behaviors, and software releases

Reproduce, analyze, and verify defects found in integration, system, and customer-simulated environments

Develop, maintain, and execute automated test cases and test suites using Python and Bash

Expand test coverage for Layer 2, Layer 3, platform, and system-level scenarios

Analyze requirements, design notes, and test documentation to define effective verification scopes

Execute functional, regression, and system testing for SONiC-based products and related hardware platforms

Investigate failures using logs, packet captures, CLI output, and Linux diagnostic tools

Maintain test results, defect reports, and verification documentation

Improve build, test, and lab workflows through scripting and automation

Collaborate with developers and senior engineers to isolate root causes and validate fixes

Contribute to internal R&D, framework improvements, and reusable validation assets

3+ years of commercial experience in QA, test automation, software validation, or verification

Solid Python skills for test automation and troubleshooting

Practical experience with Bash and Linux as a main working environment

Good understanding of networking fundamentals and Layer 2 / Layer 3 protocols

Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks and test documentation

Familiarity with CI/CD tools and pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Gerrit, or Gitlab)

Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills

Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering team

Intermediate or higher level of technical English

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SONiC and/or SAI validation
- Experience with Pytest, PTF, or similar networking test frameworks
- Experience with traffic generators and network testing tools (IXIA, Scapy, T-Rex, or Spirent)
- Familiarity with Wireshark, tcpdump, and Linux network troubleshooting tools
- Experience with virtualization, Docker, and Python virtual environments
- Exposure to open-source development environments and communities
- Experience with enterprise-grade equipment, such as switches, routers, or disaggregated networking platforms

Work on modern open networking products used in data center, cloud, and edge environments

AI-first approach to knowledge management and development

Work closely with product engineering and architecture, moving beyond routine test execution

Build deep expertise in SONiC, SAI, and network software validation

Contribute to automation frameworks and quality improvements with high visibility

Join a company with a strong specialization in open, disaggregated networking technologies

As a European leader in open, disaggregated technologies, PLVision delivers custom vendor-agnostic software networking solutions, giving you full control, lower costs, and future‑ready scalability. We offer complete solutions, from A to Z. No matter who you are – a startup or an enterprise – we will become your magic wand.