Network Test Engineer - CNI Projects

Summary: We are looking for a Network Test Engineer to support Cloud-Native Infrastructure projects, focusing on Application Lifecycle Management and remote test execution. The role requires hands-on experience in network testing and a solid understanding of LAN/WAN technologies. Candidates should be familiar with Cisco technologies and modern network protocols, although RFC testing is not mandatory. The position is hybrid, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute test plans for networking components in CNI environments.
• Perform end-to-end testing of network performance, availability, and application life cycle scenarios.
• Conduct remote testing of CNI setups, ensuring reliability and reproducibility of results.
• Use ALM tools to manage test cases, log defects, and track testing progress.
• Validate connectivity, failover, and performance across LAN/WAN networks and Cisco-based systems.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams to ensure test coverage and timely defect resolution.
• Document test results and provide actionable feedback for continuous improvement.

Key Skills:

• 3-6 years of experience in network testing in telecom or enterprise infrastructure environments.
• Strong understanding of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools (eg, HP ALM, Micro Focus ALM).
• Solid knowledge of LAN/WAN architecture, protocols, and Cisco networking technologies.
• Good experience of Wireshark.
• Experience with remote testing, including test orchestration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Warwick

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Network Test Engineer - CNI Projects

Location: Hybrid

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Test Engineer to support Cloud-Native Infrastructure (CNI) projects with a focus on Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), remote test execution, and robust understanding of LAN/WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in network testing, application integration, and working in remote or hybrid testing environments. While RFC testing is not a requirement, a strong grasp of Cisco technologies and modern network protocols is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute test plans for networking components in CNI environments.

• Perform end-to-end testing of network performance, availability, and application life cycle scenarios.

• Conduct remote testing of CNI setups, ensuring reliability and reproducibility of results.

• Use ALM tools to manage test cases, log defects, and track testing progress.

• Validate connectivity, failover, and performance across LAN/WAN networks and Cisco-based systems.

• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams to ensure test coverage and timely defect resolution.

• Document test results and provide actionable feedback for continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3-6 years of experience in network testing in telecom or enterprise infrastructure environments.

• Strong understanding of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools (eg, HP ALM, Micro Focus ALM).

• Solid knowledge of LAN/WAN architecture, protocols, and Cisco networking technologies.

• Good experience of Wireshark

• Experience with remote testing, including test orchestration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.