Job Overview:

Google's Platforms Team designs and builds the hardware, software, and networking technologies that power Google's global infrastructure. As a Network Test Engineer, you will be responsible for validating networking hardware and software, developing automated test frameworks, identifying bugs, and ensuring network devices perform reliably at massive scale.

This role combines networking, software testing, automation, and infrastructure engineering, making it ideal for engineers interested in large-scale networking environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, analyze, and report hardware and software defects.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans.
• Build automated testing solutions using Python or C++.
• Perform regression testing on networking platforms.
• Validate networking features and protocols.
• Manage testing cycles, releases, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and infrastructure teams.
• Review test results and participate in cross-functional design reviews.
• Troubleshoot networking issues and escalate complex defects when required.

Key Technical Skills:

Networking Protocols, Network Testing, Python, C++, Test Automation, Network Debugging, Test Planning, Scripting

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum 1 year of experience testing enterprise networking, server, or storage products.
• Hands-on experience with Python scripting and automation development.
• Experience with Test Automation using Python or C++.
• Understanding of networking equipment and networking protocols.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, test case creation, and debugging.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze network-related issues.

Preferred:

• Master's Degree or PhD in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience in software development and testing.
• Strong understanding of network equipment validation and protocol testing.