Cisco
Software QA Engineer I (Full Time) - United States
$95K–$157K
Richardson, Texas, US · Onsite Only · Full-time · Posted Oct 29, 2026
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related field; completed within the past 3 years or expected within the next 12 months.
About the job
Validates Cisco wireless products by creating test plans and automation, analyzing results, reproducing issues, and helping debug system behavior in lab environments.
What you'll do
- Write and execute test plans and cases; develop and maintain test automation scripts.
- Analyze test results, troubleshoot issues, and reproduce customer and system issues in controlled labs.
- Help maintain networking testbeds and collaborate with development and platform teams to resolve issues.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree completed within the past 3 years or expected within the next 12 months, in a relevant field.
- Strong programming fundamentals, preferably Python or a similar scripting language, and basic networking knowledge including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and routing.
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Interest in AI-enabled engineering practices and using AI tools to improve productivity.
Nice to have
- Exposure to networking devices or small network environments; basic understanding of Wi-Fi / 802.11.
- CCNA certification or working toward it.
Pay
$107,800.00 - $157,400.00 (USD; salary range); $94,800.00 - $140,000.00 (USD; salary range)
Tools
Python, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routers, switches, access points, Wi-Fi / 802.11
AI focus
Use AI-assisted tools such as Copilot and Cursor to improve testing efficiency and automation.
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