Automation Engineer Level IV

TalentBurst, Inc.

Menlo Park, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automation Engineering, BGP, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Debugging Skills, IXIA, Laboratory Automation, Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Network Operations Center, Network Routing, Network System Hardware, Network Testing, On Call, Optics, Performance Testing, Product/Service Launch, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Switched Fabric, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Lab, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scripts, Testing, Topology
LOCATION
Menlo Park, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
Position: Automation Engineer Level IV
Location: Menlo Park CA
Interview: Video
Duration: 6 months

Must-Have HARD Skills Tangible skills we can pick out on the resume:
  1. 5-8 years in software/network test automation or QA engineering.
  2. Strong Python (test frameworks, scripting, debugging).
  3. Hands-on networking fundamentals: BGP, routing/forwarding, L2/L3, data-plane vs. control-plane concepts.
  4. CI/CD pipeline experience and comfort working in a Linux environment with source control.

Nice-to-have Skills:
  • Experience with traffic generators (Ixia, Keysight, or equivalent).
  • Exposure to Open/R, BGP, ECMP/UCMP, or large-scale DC fabric topologies.
  • Experience qualifying network hardware/optics or vendor NOS (e.g., Arista EOS).
  • Familiarity with lab automation, device provisioning, or scale/performance testing.
  • 5-7 years in software/network test automation or QA engineering.

Background:
  • Datacenter Product Introductions team is looking to scale its test automation and CI/CD coverage to keep pace with NPIs.
  • We are hiring contractors to expand test and automation for solutions involving BGP , Open/R, Fabrics, Switches and Optics.

Responsibilities:
  • Test and automate end-to-end network test cases (control-plane, data-plane, performance, stress/soak) using the inhouse test framework used by DNE team.
  • Build and run traffic-generation tests with Ixia/Keysight in lab environments.
  • Convert qualification test plans into automated, repeatable suites and onboard them as CI/CD conveyor nodes (DC/BB push pipelines) that gate releases.
  • Triage test failures for flakiness vs. legitimate regressions; file and track issues to the appropriate oncall.
  • Maintain and improve existing automation, test configs, and lab tooling; Collaborate with Netcastle (lab infra), Routing, and FBOSS XFN partners to unblock coverage.

Required Qualifications:
  • 3 years in software/network test automation or QA engineering. Strong Python (test frameworks, scripting, debugging).
  • Req Intake Template Hands-on networking fundamentals: BGP, routing/forwarding, L2/L3, data-plane vs. control-plane concepts.
  • Experience with traffic generators (Ixia, Keysight, or equivalent). CI/CD pipeline experience and comfort working in a Linux environment with source control.
  • Preferred Exposure to Open/R, BGP, ECMP/UCMP, or large-scale DC fabric topologies.
  • Experience qualifying network hardware/optics or vendor NOS (e.g., Arista EOS).
  • Familiarity with lab automation, device provisioning, or scale/performance testing.

Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About the Company

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TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

 

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://www.talentburst.com/