AddressMinimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience in software development and testing.
- Experience with test methodologies, writing test plans, creating test cases, automation and debugging.
- Experience with a coding language (e.g., C, C++, Python, or Go Lang).
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with Network Equipment, Network Protocols Testing, and debugging.
About the job
Our computational challenges are so big and unique we can't just buy our hardware, we've got to make it ourselves. Our Platforms Team designs and builds the hardware, software and networking technologies that power all of Google's services. As a Networking Test Engineer you make sure that our massive and growing network is operating at its peak potential. You have hands-on experience with complex networking equipment, a deep understanding of networking protocols, test design and implementation chops and a background in IP network design. It's your job to make sure Google's cutting-edge technology can perform at scale.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute comprehensive Network Test plans.
- Utilize testing tools to assess the performance and reliability of network systems.
- Implement various simulation techniques to replicate diverse network conditions for thorough testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues.
- Build and maintain Testbed infrastructure and existing test automation.
- Provide failure analysis, manage software releases to production, and document test procedures and results.
