Technical Lead

As a Technical Lead, this role focuses on the validation of advanced access networks, with Layer 2(VLAN, ERPS, LAG etc..,), Layer 3(ipv4/ipv6 forwarding, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, PIM,  MPLS(L2 VPN, LDP, RSVP), networking control and/or data plane software/protocols

• Apply expertise in IP-based networks and Layer 2/Layer 2+ Access protocols to validate software for the Lightspan family , ensuring it meets required standards.
• Expertise in tools needed for developing automated test cases
• Leverage customer feedback to continually refine and enhance product features, ensuring robustness in live deployments.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, product management, and customer support to ensure a seamless development process and timely delivery of features.
• Deepen expertise in a subset of L2 & L2+ Access protocols, including but not limited to Ethernet, Layer 2 Forwarding VLAN, QoS, Multicast, DHCP, PPPoE, 802.1x, Radius, CFM, ERPS, xSTP, LLDP, LACP, ANCP, etc., and stay updated with emerging network technologies.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, gaining leadership experience and overseeing projects with limited risks.
• Enhance troubleshooting skills by diagnosing and resolving complex hardware and software issues across customer environments.
• Continue to innovate and enhance the product’s software architecture and development processes, learning new tools and methods to improve efficiency.

You have:

• Graduate or Postgraduate in the Engineering stream with 3+ years of experience in validations of L2/L3/MPLS protocols using Ethernet/GPON Access products.
• Any combination of L2 & L2+ protocols: Layer 2 Forwarding, VLAN, xSTP, LLDP, IGMP, ARP, 802.1x, QoS, DHCP, PPPoE, ERPS, CFM, EFM-OAM, ANCP, Radius, and LACP. 
• Experience in OSPF, BGP, RIP , MPLS, IGMP, ARP, IPV6
• Experience with products like xDSL, GPON, and IPDSLAM, aligning well with the product line, will be an added advantage.
• Experience in test design, test bed preparation/setup, test execution & reporting.
• Good working knowledge of software testing (functional, regression, and/or non-functional testing).
• Good Experience in using packet generators like Spirent, IXIA.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience in both manual & automation testing preferred. Automation with Python/TCL is desirable, along with good debugging skills.
• Troubleshooting and analytical skills to address complex issues in both software and hardware, minimizing product downtime.
• A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards across all stages of the product lifecycle, and delivering as per commitment on tight schedules.