Senior QA Software Engineer - Networking

at Nvidia
USD 140,000-270,200 per year
SENIOR
✅ On-site

Used Tools & Technologies

Not specified

Required Skills & Competences

Ansible @ 4 Cumulus Linux @ 4 Jenkins @ 4 Linux @ 4 Python @ 7 Git @ 4 Debugging @ 7 Reporting @ 4 QA @ 4 AI @ 4

Details

NVIDIA is looking for a top-tier Senior QA Software Test Engineer to join the NVIDIA-Cumulus system Ethernet group. This position is part of the QA team and focuses on testing NVIDIA-Mellanox Spectrum series Ethernet Switch/Router systems running NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux. The team is involved in AI & Spectrum-X solution testing.

Responsibilities

  • Functional testing of various Layer 2 and Layer 3 features of NVIDIA-Mellanox Spectrum series Ethernet Switch systems running NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux.
  • Writing detailed feature and system test plans, and defining and designing test beds and topologies.
  • Identifying and reporting issues found during testing into the defect tracking system and validating fixes and workarounds.
  • Developing automated test suites for different features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux.
  • Building and maintaining automation required to ensure quality via continuous functional regression.
  • Collaborating with design, test and other internal engineering groups to identify, report and resolve issues.

Requirements

  • B.S. degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of demonstrable experience in Software Quality Engineering.
  • Strong skills in Python or other scripting languages is a must. Ansible knowledge is good to have.
  • Strong technical abilities: problem solving, designing, coding and debugging skills.
  • Hands-on experience with L2 and L3 protocols such as MLAG, VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, EVPN.
  • Experience using test tools from Ixia or Spirent and working experience in test management.
  • Proficiency with test management tools like HP ALM.
  • Good experience working on Unix or Linux based operating systems.
  • Solid foundation in and understanding of software engineering practices.
  • Great teammate with multi-tasking ability and good interpersonal skills.

Ways to stand out

  • Experience with bring up and troubleshooting of Ethernet interfaces and modules.
  • Knowledge in performance testing and solving performance issues.
  • Experience with CI methodology & tools (Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, etc.).

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range for Level 3: 140,000 USD - 224,250 USD per year.
  • Base salary range for Level 4: 168,000 USD - 270,250 USD per year.
  • You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. (See NVIDIA benefits page.)

Additional information

  • Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 6, 2026.
  • This posting is for an existing vacancy.
  • NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
  • NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.