Senior QA Engineer - Networking L2/L3
Cisco Systems
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Milpitas, CA · Posted November 5, 2026
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November 2026
- #12Best cities for mid-career professionals in the West Coast60% · of 71
- #17Best cities for manufacturing and industrial pay after cost of living$132k · of 35
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- #20Best all-round cities for AI careers in the West Coast44 / 100 · of 39
- #21Cities with the most jobs that need no experience in the West Coast0.8% · of 66
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About the job
We are looking for a Senior QA Engineer to lead system integration testing for Cisco IOS XR platforms, ensuring new products and features are ready for deployment. You will design and execute test plans, develop automation tools, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have significant experience in networking protocols and software quality assurance.