Staff Engineer, Solutions Automation Job in Calix

Staff Engineer, Solutions Automation (NMS/SMx)

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

The Opportunity: Strategic Quality Architect

We are seeking a Staff Engineer to act as the technical architect for Solution Test Automation of our Network Management System (SMx). This senior individual contributor role requires a rare blend of deep L2/L3 networking expertise and proficiency in modern AI-driven automation. You will drive the vision for product quality, mentor a growing team, and solve the complex challenges of testing fiber-optic and telecom infrastructures.

Technical Expertise & Domain Depth

Networking & Fiber Optics:

• L2/L3 Protocols: Strong mastery of OSPF, BGP, ISIS, VLAN, and VRF.
• Network Protocols: Expert knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP, and SNMP.
• Optical Technology: Familiarity with GPON and XGSPON technologies and telecom network devices.

Automation Stack:

• Framework Architecture: Advanced proficiency in Robot Framework, PYART, and Playwright.
• Programming: Expert Python skills for developing maintainable scripts and custom libraries.
• Modern Tooling: Experience implementing AI-based GUI testing and visual validation tools.
• CI/CD & DevOps: Integration of automated suites into Jenkins/GitLab CI using Docker/Kubernetes.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership & Mentorship:

• Team Guidance: Mentor junior automation engineers, conduct rigorous code reviews, and foster a high-performance culture.
• Project Ownership: Drive the end-to-end automation lifecycle from test strategy and environment planning to advanced results analytics.
• Cross-functional Alignment: Partner with Product Management and Dev teams to triage issues and align quality goals with release schedules.

Innovation & Domain Application:

• Scenario Design: Leverage domain expertise to simulate realistic network topologies and complex customer use cases.
• Process Optimization: Champion the transition from manual efforts to high-efficiency automation by refining methodologies and frameworks.
• Troubleshooting: Resolve complex issues related to Optical Communication and Network Management Systems.

What You Bring

• Proven Track Record: 12+ years in QA/Automation with significant experience in NMS/EMS or complex enterprise applications.
• Educational Background: Bachelor s or Master s in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Certifications (Preferred): CCNA, CCNP, or ISTQB Advanced Test Manager.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional ability to simplify complex technical networking concepts for diverse stakeholders.