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Job Title: Test EngineerJob Description
As a Test Engineer within the Solution Validation Services (SVS), you will play a critical role in validating complex customer-specific networks and accelerating the adoption of new technologies and solutions. The SVS team is dedicated to delivering expertise across a wide range of products and third-party solutions, ensuring successful implementation for enterprise and service provider customers.
Responsibilities
Engage with customers and stakeholders to plan and execute validation engagements.
Support next-generation ACI and Data Center implementations for enterprise and service provider customers.
Validate new design solutions to meet customer requirements.
Drive requirements discussions, analyze test requirements, build test lab configurations, author and execute test plans, and document findings.
Identify key issues and gaps, working with engineering and delivery teams to resolve them.
Develop and integrate new technologies into lab environments.
Collaborate with Solution Architects from Delivery and Sales teams on future initiatives.
Innovate to gain efficiency and accelerate validation efforts.
Identify and facilitate new business growth opportunities.
Collaborate with other engineers to ensure successful project delivery.
Essential Skills
Deep technical expertise with core routing and switching, ACI, and Nexus Data Center technologies.
Strong customer interaction and consulting skills.
Ability to articulate complex concepts in easy-to-understand language.
Proficiency in customer-facing discussions and technologies.
Programming experience or familiarity with Python and Robot Framework.
Routing and Switching experience with R&S and/or DC CCNA required, CCNP preferred.
Strong knowledge of NX-OS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR, and IOS configuration.
Knowledge of Cisco DC and Enterprise platforms, including N2K-N9K, ASR1K-9K, ISR, and Wireless Platforms.
Test and validation experience in hardware or software.
Hands-on experience with IXIA and/or SPIRENT tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in ACI, Data Center Technologies, Routing & Switching.
Strong communication and customer-facing skills (written, verbal, and formal presentation).
Knowledge of Industry Test Tools.
Ability to debug and troubleshoot complex network problems.
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree plus 4-5 years of related experience or equivalent experience.
Work Environment
The role is based in RTP, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. The position allows for interaction with customers, if desired, and involves working alongside other skilled engineers. The work may involve manual and automated testing, utilizing tools like Python/Jupyter. While a Data Center background is preferred, candidates can ramp up on IXIA/Spirent tools.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Alpharetta,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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Location:
Alpharetta, GA, United States
Category:
Computer And Mathematical Occupations

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