WTG ETR

Cisco•Milpitas, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cisco Wireless Test & Automation team ensures the quality, reliability, and performance of next-generation wireless products. We work closely with development, platform, and system teams to validate features, automate test coverage, and reproduce real-world customer scenarios at scale. Our work directly impacts the experience of millions of users relying on Cisco wireless infrastructure. As a QA / Automation Engineer, you will contribute to validating Cisco’s wireless platforms by writing test plans, developing automation, and analyzing system behavior. You will gain hands-on experience with real networking environments, lab setups, and modern AI-assisted development tools. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy breaking systems, understanding how they work, and ensuring high-quality product delivery.

Requirements

Bachelors + 2 years of relevant experience or Masters + 0 years of relevant experience.
Relevant fields include: Computer Science/Computer Engineering.
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

Nice To Haves

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)

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
grants of Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
eligible to earn annual bonuses
performance-based incentive pay