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Description
As a Technical Specialist, the incumbent will focus on IP-based fixed access networks and work with Layer 1, Layer 2, and Layer 3 protocols. The incumbent will develop manual and automated tests, verify feature functionality, maintain features deployed in customer networks, and ensure high-quality solutions through collaboration with R&D and Product Management teams. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN You will gain in-depth proficiency in IP-based fixed access networks and Layer 1, 2 and 3 protocols. You will develop manual and automated tests to validate feature functionality and customer deployments. Collaborate with R&D and Product Management teams to enhance products and ensure high-quality solutions. Learn to integrate real-world customer feedback into the product development process for continuous improvement. Deepen your understanding of DSL and MoCA technologies and apply that knowledge to real-world scenarios. Strengthen problem-solving and analytical skills in troubleshooting customer network issues. Enhance skills in DevOps principles, tools, and techniques for more efficient product delivery and automation. Expand your knowledge in traffic testing tools (e.g., Spirent, Ixia) and protocols like DHCP, PPP, and QoS to improve test case design. KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE You have: Graduate or Postgraduate in Engineering stream with 5+ years of experience. Conceptual knowledge of networks, particularly IP-based fixed access networks and Layer 1, 2, and 3 protocols, such as DHCP, PPP, IGMP, LACP, 802.1x, and QoS, with the ability to set up test topologies for protocol verification. Hands-on experience with traffic testing tools such as Spirent, Ixia, or Router Tester for end-to-end testing. Experience with GPON, DSL, and MoCA technologies and an understanding of their testing requirements. Programming experience in automation scripting languages like Python, Tcl, or Perl. It would be nice if you also had: Understanding of SDLC/PDLC, bug lifecycle, and software testing practices. Knowledge of Layer 2 switching architecture and protocols like Ethernet, STP, RSTP, VLAN, and ARP. Knowledge of DevOps principles, tools, and techniques, with hands-on experience with automation and CI/CD. Familiarity with cloud technologies like Kubernetes, and working knowledge of Elasticsearch and Kibana.
