Software QA Engineer II (Full Time) - United States

QA / Automation EngineerThe Cisco Wireless team ensures the quality, reliability, and performance of next-generation wireless products. We work closely with development, platform, and system teams to validate features, automate test coverage, and reproduce real-world customer scenarios at scale. Our work directly impacts the experience of millions of users relying on Cisco wireless infrastructure.As a QA / Automation Engineer, you will contribute to validating Cisco's wireless platforms by writing test plans, developing automation, and analyzing system behavior. You will gain hands-on experience with real networking environments, lab setups, and modern AI-assisted development tools. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy breaking systems, understanding how they work, and ensuring high-quality product delivery. In This Role, You Will:Write and execute test plans and test cases for wireless features and systemsDevelop and maintain automation scripts using Python or similar languagesAnalyze test results and identify issues, inconsistencies, or performance gapsReproduce customer and system issues in controlled lab environmentsAssist in setting up and maintaining testbeds and lab environments (routers, switches, access points)Collaborate with development and platform teams to debug and resolve issuesLearn and apply AI-assisted tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor) to improve testing efficiency and automationMinimum Qualification:Meet one of the following (completed within the past 3 years or expected to be completed within the next 12 months ):A Master's degree with 0 years of work experience; orA Bachelor's degree with 2 years of work experience.Qualifying education and work experience should be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Network Engineering or a related field.Strong programming fundamentals, preferably in Python or a similar scripting language, with a basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and routing.Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting system behavior.Curious and interested in AI-enabled engineering practices, including using AI tools to improve productivity.Preferred Qualification:Exposure to networking devices (routers, switches, access points) through coursework, labs, or internshipsFamiliarity with setting up small network environmentsBasic understanding of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi / 802.11)Certifications such as CCNA (or working toward it)Why Cisco?At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.