Optical Automation Test Engineer (VOIS)

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Role Purpose

• Develop the software framework to implement the automation of the test of Optical SDN Controller and of the Optical Network Elements.
• Develop the testing procedures for Optical SDN controller integrated on the full SDN stack architecture and with the Optical Lab Environment
• Develop the software code for the Optical test execution testing the Area Controller as well the Optical Network Elements controlling the environment (e.g. optical cross connects) and test equipment.
• Develop test lab solution enabling the remote test and test automation
• Deliver the software code to implement solutions for testing automation on the centralized labs
• Contribute to the Deliver the System Integration Document for SDN Controllers and deal with GDC and OSS team for the Optical SDN controller integration on the virtual infrastructure and on the OSS environment.
• Execute and document the Automated Type Approval Testing for Optical SDN controller and Optical Network Elements on centralized acceptance labs.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership

• Design optical test scenarios and use cases
• Identify and develop the software environment and the connectivity to the lab to enable the test remotization and automation.
• Manage the central Optical Labs developing new solution for remote testing and test automation
• Deliver methodology for test automation on Optical domain integrated with SDN stack (Area Controller and Hierarchical controller)
• Being the product owner of the automation test catalogue and its life cycle

Core Competencies, Knowledge and Experience

• Attitude to lead a working team
• Self-Starter with plenty of drive to push barriers and a pragmatic approach to get the job done
• Optimum communication skills
• Cultural awareness
• More than 5 years of experience on network or test automation

Must Have Technical / Professional Qualifications

• Good knowledge of Networking and Transmission Protocols and Technology (e.g. DWDM, OTN) on multivendor environment (e.g. Nokia, Huawei, Ciena)
• Good knowledge of the testing methodologies for optical transmission technology
• Basic knowledge of Cloud Virtualisation solutions and into its main application into the transmission network: the Software Design Network
• Basic knowledge of the IP/MPLS technology
• Particularly good knowledge on Python and Software scripting
• Experience on network process automation is necessary

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