POC Engineer (Networking)

TL;DR

POC Engineer (Networking): Designing and executing complex proof-of-concept test plans for high-performance networking solutions with an accent on validating scale, performance, and interoperability. Focus on building large-scale test beds, automating protocol emulation, and collaborating with engineering teams to resolve critical defects.

Location: Must be based in Cary, NC, USA

Company

hirify.global is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus, and routing environments.

What you will do

• Develop and execute comprehensive POC test plans to validate customer network design requirements.
• Design, build, and configure large-scale test beds for complex network validation.
• Identify and develop test tools and methods for protocol emulation and traffic generation.
• Host customers for POC demonstrations and verify solution performance against requirements.
• Document test results and log detailed diagnostic information for identified defects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to reproduce issues and propose feature enhancements.

Requirements

• BS in CS, CE, or EE (MS preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in software test, system test, or network consulting.
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols including BGP, EVPN, Segment Routing, MPLS, and QoS.
• Experience with traffic generation tools like IXIA or Spirent.
• Proficiency in Linux tools and scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, or Perl.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage projects independently.

Nice to have

• CCIE certification.
• Experience in multi-protocol system testing.
• Knowledge of network virtualization technologies like VXLAN and OpenStack.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud and networking technologies.
• Collaborative environment with high-caliber networking experts.
• Focus on continuous learning and professional development.