Test Engineer

IOS-XR Routing Test Engineer

Akkodis is seeking an IOS-XR Routing Test Engineer for our client in Milpitas, CA, for Hybrid work.

Job posting: IOS-XR Routing Test Engineer

Location: [Milpitas, CA 95035- Onsite/Hybrid/Remote]

Job Type: [Contract]

Experience Level: Mid to Senior

Pay Rate: $65-$68/Hr. on W-2

Note: This position is only available to candidates without a sponsorship requirement. The candidate must work on W-2 only; no C-2-C or third-party candidates are permitted. There is no employer involvement.

Role Summary:

Join a high-performing team that tests and validates cutting-edge features for Cisco's IOS-XR routing platforms. You will work on a multibillion-dollar portfolio, solving challenging technical problems, ensuring high-quality releases, and impacting next-generation network deployments in Service Provider (SP) environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with software engineers and product teams to develop and validate innovative networking solutions.

Designed and executed feature- and system-level test plans for IOS-XR-based routing platforms.

Provide input throughout the development lifecycle, including PRD reviews, feature design, and code validation.

Lead test strategy for protocols like BGP, EVPN, Segment Routing, and others in SP environments.

Automate test cases using Python or an equivalent scripting language.

Use modern tools and Linux environments to debug complex software/hardware issues.

Participate in design reviews and contribute to functional specs and quality assurance.

Minimum Qualifications:

MS in EE/CS with 5+ years of experience OR BS in EE/CS with 6+ years of experience in networking and software testing.

Strong experience in feature-level testing and system-level validation of access, edge, and core routing platforms.

In-depth understanding of L2–L7 protocols and networking fundamentals.

Deep protocol knowledge in BGP, Segment Routing (SR), and EVPN.

Hands-on automation experience with Python or similar scripting tools.

Familiarity with Linux environments, software development workflows, and modern debugging tools.

Experience with SP (Service Provider) deployments is highly desirable.

Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership capabilities.

Self-driven, analytical, and passionate about quality engineering.

Preferred Skills:

Prior experience working with IOS-XR or similar carrier-grade operating systems.

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and test frameworks.

Exposure to cloud networking, virtualization (e.g., containers, VMs), and telemetry.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Our associates' benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings enable employees to select the coverage that best meets their needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited positions or direct hires to a client.

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