Senior Software Development QA Engineer

Fortinet

. Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases across all stages of the product development lifecycle .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • United StatesSenior💰 $112,000 - $137,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in network product QA testing, with a strong focus on test automation, performance testing, and root cause analysis. Proficient in utilizing various tools and methodologies to enhance testing efficiency and ensure product reliability.

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Network Product QA TestingTest Automation Using PythonTCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SSL, OSPF, BGPAPI Testing and Automated Test ScriptsPerformance Testing with Traffic Generation Tools

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Hard Skills

Test AutomationPerformance TestingRoot Cause AnalysisQA MethodologiesAPI TestingUnit TestingIntegration TestingLinux/Unix ProficiencyCloud TechnologiesTraffic Generation Tools

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Robot FrameworkAvalancheIxiaJMeterJenkinsAnsibleTerraformVMware ESXIKVMAWS

Industry Keywords

Network TestingLoad BalancingTest PlansTest CasesRelease ReadinessCustomer-Reported Issues

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudDNSGoogle Cloud PlatformJenkinsJMeterLinuxPythonShell ScriptingTCP/IPTerraformUnixVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases across all stages of the product development lifecycle
Perform manual and automated testing for networking and load balancing features
Build and maintain realistic test environments simulating diverse device types and network conditions
Develop and maintain scalable network simulation frameworks for performance and scalability testing using various protocols and tools
Conduct root cause analysis and provide actionable insights to improve product performance and reliability
Collaborate with developers and QA team members to identify, reproduce, and resolve issues
Integrate new tools, techniques, and best practices into the QA process to enhance testing efficiency and coverage
Identify and document product risks and contribute to release readiness decisions
Work alongside Development and TAC engineers to reproduce and analyze customer-reported issues
Identify defects and risks that should be addressed during development testing and release readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 8+ years of experience in network product QA testing
In-depth understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SSL, OSPF, and BGP
Strong experience with test automation using Python and Shell scripting
Experience with Robot Framework ideally
Proficiency with Linux/Unix operating systems
Hands-on experience with Avalanche, Ixia, JMeter, or equivalent traffic generation and benchmarking tools
Experience in API testing and writing automated test scripts for unit and integration testing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
Strong problem solving and debugging skills with meticulous attention to detail and a diligent mindset
Solid understanding of QA methodologies, testing types, and best practices
Experience with private cloud, such as VMware ESXI and KVM
Experience with public cloud, such as AWS, GCP, and Azure
Experience with Jenkins, Ansible, and Terraform is a plus
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Bachelor degree or above in computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
11 paid holidays
Vacation time
Sick time
Comprehensive leave program
Equity program
Bonus eligibility reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion
Supportive work environment
Competitive Total Rewards package supporting overall health and financial well-being
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities