Network Lab Test Engineer - Diverse Linx
New York, NY
About the Job
Network Lab Test Engineer (Lab Manager)
Excellent knowledge of network protocols, eg BGP, OSPF, Spanning-tree protocol, Multicast (!)
Understanding of network protocols, network platforms such as Cisco/Arista to design and troubleshoot new implementation.
Multicast: IGMPv2/3, PIM, Static RP, RP-Anycast
IP Routing Platforms ISR, ASR1K, Catalyst, Arista
Working knowledge on L2 and L3 QoS
IPSec, MACsec
Cisco Switching Catalyst Platform family
Working knowledge of Switching and Switching mechanisms like CEF, TCAM
Cabling and optics 10/ 25G/ 40G/ 50G/ 100G
Cloud networking a big plus
Experience with testing design and certification of products in LAB environments
- CCNP/ CCIE-level experience.
- Strong Knowledge of working with protocols such as OSPF, BGP, QoS, IPSec, PIM
- Experience with Cisco Platforms such as Catalyst, Nexus, ISR/ ASR
- Knowledge of Certification of new code, and bug Scrubs on IOS/ XE/ NXOS/ and limited XR
- Experience with Arista Platforms such as 7280, 7504, 7260, 7150, 7800, et al.
- Experience developing strategies with multiple vendors
- Experienced with creating design documents for each certification which includes engineering guidelines.
- Experience with Tools such as IXIA to test and certify various designs, and troubleshoot networks issues
1. The documentation of the lab testbeds and its upkeep
2. Lab / lab gear usage scheduling
3. Manage current and new processes for hardware and optics allocation and inventory
4. Complete Lab asset (and modules e.g., line cards) inventory mgt , registration to ReadyWorks, NMDB and any future mgt platform identified
5. Lifecycle mgt of lab test gear (EoL/EoS/ EoVSS/ LDoS) including ensuring they run the latest certified code and/ or code under cert as needed
6. Suggest and manage continuous improvement to existing allocation and EoL/EoS tracking process. Automate wherever possible to increase process efficiency.
7. Manage lab capacity, removal of no longer devices to free up rack space, track inbound to the lab devices, manage their physical installation, the DNS registration, out of band access, cable mgt & cleanup, produce monthly lab capacity and usage report
8. IPAM lab mgt, IPAM continuous design review
9. Manage the interoperability testbeds, drive their testing automations and increased efficiencies.
10. cfg backups, preparations for power down/ power up
11. Automated inventory mgt for lab related needs (cables, optics, wraps, bins, terminal servers, jump hosts ) reporting and proactive invento ry replenishment&nbs p;
12. Design, present and implement new lab processes and procedures.
13. Lifecycle mgt of lab test gear (e.g., Ixia) , ixia/ test gear code upkeep, scheduling, virtual routers (Arista Cloud Vision CVP = used for bug mgt), simulated testbeds (e.g., CML)
Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.
Excellent knowledge of network protocols, eg BGP, OSPF, Spanning-tree protocol, Multicast (!)
Understanding of network protocols, network platforms such as Cisco/Arista to design and troubleshoot new implementation.
Multicast: IGMPv2/3, PIM, Static RP, RP-Anycast
IP Routing Platforms ISR, ASR1K, Catalyst, Arista
Working knowledge on L2 and L3 QoS
IPSec, MACsec
Cisco Switching Catalyst Platform family
Working knowledge of Switching and Switching mechanisms like CEF, TCAM
Cabling and optics 10/ 25G/ 40G/ 50G/ 100G
Cloud networking a big plus
Experience with testing design and certification of products in LAB environments
- CCNP/ CCIE-level experience.
- Strong Knowledge of working with protocols such as OSPF, BGP, QoS, IPSec, PIM
- Experience with Cisco Platforms such as Catalyst, Nexus, ISR/ ASR
- Knowledge of Certification of new code, and bug Scrubs on IOS/ XE/ NXOS/ and limited XR
- Experience with Arista Platforms such as 7280, 7504, 7260, 7150, 7800, et al.
- Experience developing strategies with multiple vendors
- Experienced with creating design documents for each certification which includes engineering guidelines.
- Experience with Tools such as IXIA to test and certify various designs, and troubleshoot networks issues
1. The documentation of the lab testbeds and its upkeep
2. Lab / lab gear usage scheduling
3. Manage current and new processes for hardware and optics allocation and inventory
4. Complete Lab asset (and modules e.g., line cards) inventory mgt , registration to ReadyWorks, NMDB and any future mgt platform identified
5. Lifecycle mgt of lab test gear (EoL/EoS/ EoVSS/ LDoS) including ensuring they run the latest certified code and/ or code under cert as needed
6. Suggest and manage continuous improvement to existing allocation and EoL/EoS tracking process. Automate wherever possible to increase process efficiency.
7. Manage lab capacity, removal of no longer devices to free up rack space, track inbound to the lab devices, manage their physical installation, the DNS registration, out of band access, cable mgt & cleanup, produce monthly lab capacity and usage report
8. IPAM lab mgt, IPAM continuous design review
9. Manage the interoperability testbeds, drive their testing automations and increased efficiencies.
10. cfg backups, preparations for power down/ power up
11. Automated inventory mgt for lab related needs (cables, optics, wraps, bins, terminal servers, jump hosts ) reporting and proactive invento ry replenishment&nbs p;
12. Design, present and implement new lab processes and procedures.
13. Lifecycle mgt of lab test gear (e.g., Ixia) , ixia/ test gear code upkeep, scheduling, virtual routers (Arista Cloud Vision CVP = used for bug mgt), simulated testbeds (e.g., CML)
Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.
Source : Diverse Linx