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Tier-1 employer, common QA title, and mid-level (5+ years) band increase competition despite niche optical skills.
Requires deep optical networking and telecom testing expertise, limiting transferable candidate backgrounds.
Mandatory 5+ years and specialized optical systems, protocol, and scripting requirements enforce strict shortlisting.
Design and implement test strategies and automation for advanced optical DWDM equipment and protocols such as OTN and GBE, focusing on system security.
Create and execute comprehensive test plans to validate carrier-grade product features and performance, enabling continuous testing and faster releases.
Collaborate with engineering, design, and architecture teams to review requirements, validate test plans, and deliver detailed quality assessments and defect tracking.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in CSE, EEE, or ECE.
Minimum 5 years of experience in testing and automation within optical network systems.
Hands-on experience with SONET/SDH/OTN/DWDM systems including ROADM and optical amplifier line cards.
Proficiency in test equipment usage (test sets, optical spectrum analyzers) and programming/scripting skills in Python, Perl, or equivalent.
Experienced in system testing across multiple product releases ensuring consistent quality and adherence to standards.
Strong background in optical network product testing including FCAPS, provisioning, configuration, and protection schemes.
Ability to deliver independent quality insights and collaborate cross-functionally on complex optical networking hardware and software.