About the role
Cisco is hiring Software Test Automation Engineer!
Responsibility
- Write and execute test plans and test cases for wireless features and systems
- Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python or similar languages
- Analyze test results and identify issues, inconsistencies, or performance gaps
- Reproduce customer and system issues in controlled lab environments
- Assist in setting up and maintaining testbeds and lab environments (routers, switches, access points)
- Collaborate with development and platform teams to debug and resolve issues
- Learn and apply AI-assisted tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor) to improve testing efficiency and automation
Requirements
- Have a Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 1-3 years of experience
- Have strong programming fundamentals, preferably in Python (or similar scripting language)
- Have a basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routing basics)
- Have strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
- Are curious, detail-oriented, and enjoy troubleshooting system behavior
- Are interested in AI-enabled engineering practices and using AI tools to improve productivity
- Exposure to networking devices (routers, switches, access points) through coursework, labs, or internships
- Familiarity with setting up small network environments
- Basic understanding of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi / 802.11)
- Certifications such as CCNA (or working toward it)