Technical Lead

Cradlepoint is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Lead to join our R6K Integration & Verification team. This role is focused on the end-to-end validation of high-performance networking systems, with a strong emphasis on Layer 2/3 technologies, automation, and scalable test frameworks. You will be instrumental in ensuring the quality and reliability of our cutting-edge networking solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute functional, performance, scalability, and regression tests for networking devices and embedded platforms.
• Debug and analyze test failures, collaborating closely with development teams to drive issue resolution.
• Set up and manage Linux-based test environments, including routers, switches, traffic generators (IXIA, Spirent), and virtualization tools.
• Automate test cases and environments using Python, Robot Framework, Bash, or other scripting languages.
• Integrate and validate management interfaces like CLI, Netconf/YANG, and SNMP.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and test automation.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and work with cross-functional teams across development and QA.

Required Skills and Expertise

• Strong understanding of networking and distributed computing concepts.
• Proficiency in L2/L3 protocols: TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, VLAN/VTP, L2VPN, L3VPN, SRv6, etc.
• Hands-on experience with network virtualization (VXLAN, EVPN), SDN/NFV environments, and cloud networking principles.
• Familiarity with packet analyzers (Wireshark, tcpdump) and traffic generators (IXIA, Spirent).
• Solid scripting skills in Python, Robot Framework, TCL, or Bash.
• Experience in automation test framework development.
• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills in networking environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Prior experience in telecom, data center networking, or cloud infrastructure domains.
• Familiarity with CI/CD workflows, test orchestration tools, and DevOps best practices.