Senior QA Software Engineer - Networking

NVIDIA

Santa Clara, California, United StatesFull-time$168,000–$322,000Posted Oct 23, 2026

About the role

NVIDIA is looking for a top-tier Senior QA Software Test Engineer to join the NVIDIA-Cumulus system Ethernet group. This position will be part of our QA team while the main goal is testing of our Ethernet Switch/Router. You will be participating in requirements and design reviews, developing test plans, test execution, and automated test development for the specific features of Cumulus Linux. Team is involved in the AI & Spectrum-X solution testing.

What you'll be doing:

Functional Testing of various Layer2 and Layer3 features of NVIDIA-Mellanox Spectrum series Ethernet Switch systems running NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux

Writing detailed feature and system test plans, defining and designing test beds and topologies

Identifying and reporting issues found during testing into the defect tracking system and validating the fixes and workarounds

Developing automated test suites for different features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux

Building and maintaining automation required to ensure quality via continuous functional regression

Collaborating with design, test and other internal engineering groups to identify, report and resolve

What we need to see:

B.S. degree in Engineering/Computer Science/related field, or equivalent experience

6+ years of demonstrable experience in Software Quality Engineering

Strong skills in Python or other scripting languages is a must. Good to have ansible knowledge

Strong technical abilities, problem solving, designing, coding and debugging skills

Hands on experience on any L2 and L3 protocols like MLAG, VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, EVPN etc

Experience with using test tools from Ixia or Spirent and working experience in test management

Proficiency with tools like HP ALM

Good experience working on Unix or Linux based OS

Great teammate with multi-tasking ability and good interpersonal skills

Solid foundation in and understanding of software engineering practices

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

Experience with bring up and troubleshooting of Ethernet interfaces and modules

Knowledge in performance testing and solving problems performance issues

Experience with CI methodology & tools (Git, Gerrit, Jenkins etc.)

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our best-in-class engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 270,250 USD for Level 4, and 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 27, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

  • Test Layer 2 and Layer 3 features on Ethernet switches running NVIDIA Cumulus Linux
  • Develop feature and system test plans and design test beds and topologies
  • Report defects and validate fixes and workarounds
  • Develop automated test suites and maintain continuous functional regression testing
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to identify, report, and resolve issues

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • At least 6 years of software quality engineering experience
  • Strong Python or scripting skills; Ansible knowledge is a plus
  • Hands-on experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols such as MLAG, VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, or EVPN
  • Experience with Ixia or Spirent test tools and test management
  • Proficiency with HP ALM and Unix or Linux-based operating systems
  • Strong problem-solving, design, coding, debugging, and software engineering skills
  • Teamwork, multitasking, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

  • Equity
  • Benefits package

Skills mentioned

PythonSoftware TestingAutomationLinuxTCP/IPPerformance TestingCI/CDGitJenkinsAnsible

About NVIDIA

Since its founding in 1993, NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) has been a pioneer in accelerated computing. The company’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined computer graphics, ignited the era of modern AI and is fueling the creation of the metaverse. NVIDIA is now a full-stack computing company with data-center-scale offerings that are reshaping industry.

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