Network Test Engineer

Network Test EngineerW2 ContractPay Rate: $60 - $70 per hourLocation: Denver, CO - Hybrid RoleJob Summary:We are seeking a Network Test Consultant to validate and improve an in-house network security platform. This role focuses on network testing, validation, troubleshooting, and test automation, not product software development.Duties and Responsibilities:Validate networking software running on enterprise network switches and Linux-based environments.Design, execute, and maintain functional, integration, regression, and system-level test plans.Work within network testbed environments to qualify networking software before release.Diagnose networking failures, isolate root causes, validate fixes, and clearly communicate findings.Configure and troubleshoot enterprise network switches and Linux systems.Develop and maintain Python-based automation to improve testing efficiency.Analyze packet flows, logs, and networking behavior to identify product defects.Collaborate with software engineers, hardware engineers, and networking specialists to resolve issues.Document test procedures, defects, and technical recommendations.Continuously improve testing processes and automation coverage.Requirements and Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.Experience in testing, validating, supporting, or troubleshooting enterprise networking products or network infrastructure.Experience working with Linux operating systems.Strong understanding of:TCP/IPEthernetLayer 2 SwitchingLayer 3 RoutingVLANsCommon enterprise networking protocolsExperience configuring or troubleshooting managed enterprise switches.Hands-on experience with at least one enterprise networking platform such as Cisco, Arista, Juniper, or equivalent.Experience creating and executing structured test plans and test cases.Experience writing automation using Python or a similar scripting language.Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently after an initial onboarding period.Preferred QualificationsNetwork Test EngineeringNetwork EngineeringNetwork OperationsSoftware Engineering with strong networking experienceNetwork security platformsFirewallsACLsVPN technologiesWiresharktcpdumpREST APIsVirtualizationContainersCI/CD pipelinesNetwork performance testingHardware or networking lab environmentsDesired Skills and ExperienceNetwork Testing, Network Test Engineering, Network Engineering, Network Operations, Enterprise Networking, Network Security Platforms, Network Infrastructure, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing, System Testing, Test Planning, Test Cases, Test Automation, Python, Scripting, Linux, Enterprise Network Switches, Managed Switches, Cisco, Arista, Juniper, TCP/IP, Ethernet, Layer 2 Switching, Layer 3 Routing, VLANs, Enterprise Networking Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Defect Identification, Fix Validation, Packet Flow Analysis, Log Analysis, Wireshark, tcpdump, Firewalls, Access Control Lists, ACLs, VPN Technologies, REST APIs, Virtualization, Containers, CI/CD Pipelines, Network Performance Testing, Network Testbeds, Hardware Labs, Networking Labs, Software Validation, Technical Documentation, Process Improvement, Analytical Skills, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Independent WorkBayside Solutions, Inc. is not able to sponsor any candidates at this time. Additionally, candidates for this position must qualify as a W2 candidate.Bayside Solutions, Inc. may collect your personal information during the position application process. Please reference Bayside Solutions, Inc.'s CCPA Privacy Policy at www.baysidesolutions.com.