Senior Technical Program Manager, Cloud Deployments Job in Calix

Staff Engineer Solutions Automation (NMS/SMx)

Location: Bangalore
Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 12+ Years (QA Lead/Architect level)

Role Overview: Strategic Quality Leadership

We are seeking a Staff Engineer to lead Solutions Test Automation for our next-generation Network Management System (SMx). This is a high-impact, strategic role requiring a deep mastery of networking protocols and modern GUI automation. You will drive complex automation projects, mentor junior engineers, and integrate AI-driven tools to redefine our testing methodologies and product reliability.

Technical & Domain Expertise

Networking & Fiber Optics:

• L2/L3 Protocols: Strong understanding of OSPF, BGP, ISIS, VLAN, and VRF.
• Protocol Mastery: Expert knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP, and SNMP.
• Telecom Infrastructure: Experience with fiber optics technology such as GPON and XGSPON is a significant advantage.

Automation Stack:

• Frameworks: Proficiency in Robot Framework, PYART, and Playwright.
• GUI & API Testing: Extensive experience developing automated tests for complex enterprise GUI applications.
• Programming: Strong Python proficiency for script and framework development.
• DevOps Integration: Ability to integrate automated suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab) using Docker/Kubernetes.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Mentorship:

• Team Guidance: Mentor junior engineers, conduct rigorous code reviews, and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Project Ownership: Drive the full automation lifecycle from strategy and environment planning to execution and results analysis.

Innovation & Quality:

• AI-Driven Testing: Incorporate AI/ML tools (self-healing tests, visual validation) to enhance efficiency.
• Scenario Design: Leverage domain expertise to design realistic network topologies and simulate complex customer use cases.
• Continuous Improvement: Propose and implement enhancements in tools and methodologies to increase test coverage and reliability.

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• Experience: 12+ years in QA/Test Automation with a track record in progressively responsible leadership roles.
• Education: Bachelor s or Master s in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Certifications (Preferred): CCNA, CCNP, or ISTQB Advanced Test Manager.
• Industry Context: Prior experience with NMS/EMS products (e.g., Calix AXOS, Cisco Prime) or OSS/BSS systems is a major plus.

Soft Skills for Success

• Communication: Ability to explain complex technical networking concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactiveness: Staying updated on the latest industry trends and experimenting with new tools.
• Collaboration: A team player comfortable working in a hybrid environment with global teams.