QA Lead Engineer - Routing & Switching testing + Python AutomationCiena • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
QA Lead Engineer - Routing & Switching testing + Python Automation
Ciena
- Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
About
How You Will Contribute Since 1992,
Ciena
has been driven by a relentless pursuit of network innovation. We believe in building networks that are smarter, more agile, and more responsive every day. Whether it’s picking up the phone, streaming video, or texting someone—you’re interacting with the world through
Ciena technologies . Ciena makes your
social, entertainment, and business existence real.
As a
Software QA Engineer
in our UK-based engineering team, you’ll directly support the testing and development of the
Service Aware Operating System (SAOS) —a critical platform in our
Packet Products portfolio , which includes a wide range of access and aggregation network solutions.
In this role, you will:
Participate in requirement reviews and help define detailed specifications for new networking features.
Design and execute test plans to validate software quality across performance, conformance, and regression.
Log, track, and reproduce bugs using real-world scenarios and collaborate with developers for resolution.
Automate QA testing using Python, contributing to continuous lifecycle regression testing.
Work cross-functionally with engineers in development, test, and design teams to ensure seamless feature delivery.
Be mentored and supported as you grow in your role, gaining hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge technologies and emerging prototype hardware.
The Must Haves To succeed in this role, you must bring:
A degree in
Computer Science, IT, Electronics, CyberSecurity
or related fields (MCA, M.Tech., B.Tech.).
A clear understanding of all stages of the
Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) .
Hands‑on experience with:
Python
(object‑oriented or pytest)
Linux OS
(ideally Debian)
Networking protocols
such as OSPF, IS‑IS, BGP and services like DHCP, DNS
Test planning and execution
Basic knowledge of
network hardware setup ,
troubleshooting , and
QA processes .
A
valid permanent work permit in the UK
and current UK residency.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
A collaborative, tenacious, and detail‑oriented mindset.
Assets These qualifications or experiences would be considered valuable additions:
Familiarity with
cloud networking ,
network virtualization , or
open‑source project contributions .
Experience using the
Atlassian toolset
– Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket.
Exposure to
C++
or other scripting languages beyond Python.
Understanding of
AI/ML technologies
and their application in QA processes.
Practical experience with
Ixia ,
Spirent , or other network testing tools.
Ability to work independently and within
agile, cross‑functional teams .
A passion for
innovation and problem investigation , particularly in networking environments.
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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Languages
- English
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