Advisor Test Engineer

Job description

·  Job Description:

Essential Job Functions

·  Performs highly complex testing and analyzes network systems development including integration, systems testing, interoperability testing, field test plans and customer acceptance plans to maintain the credibility/viability of the system.
·  Investigates and resolves operational matters of significance in conjunction with other engineering and technical support to ensure cost effective and efficient resolution of problems.
·  Designs, develops, implements and maintains test processes and diagnostic programs for the most complex system testing. Completes specifications and procedures for new products.
·  Writes test plans for all levels of testing. Maintains records of test progress, documents test results, prepares reports and presents results to as appropriate.
·  Works with clients to determine systems requirements; writes proposals to recommend process/program and follows through on implementation.
·  Acts as liaison with outside suppliers in establishing or modifying specifications for purchased items. Devises and applies testing procedures for products received from outside vendors.
·  Participates with engineering management in the development, maintenance and refinement of internal quality control and reliability programs.
·  Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel.

Basic Qualifications

·  Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
·  Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related field preferred
·  Nine or more years of network testing experience
·  Experience working with computer systems and their uses
·  Experience working with telecommunications systems and their principles
·  Experience working with network management and protocol system testing
·  Experience working with scripting languages such as TCL, PERL, HP, etc
·  Experience working with data transmission protocols such as TCP/IP, etc.
·  Experience working with operating systems
·  Experience working with protocols and technologies such as HTTP, SSL, FTP, SMTP, POP3, etc.
·  Experience working with network equipment: switches, routers, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, etc.

Other Qualifications

·  Strong analytical and problem solving skills
·  Strong time management, priority allocation and task management skills
·  Strong interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members
·  Strong presentation skills to present test results to individuals and groups
·  Leadership skills to oversee, mentor and guide less experienced personnel
·  Communication skills
·  Active in pursuing learning opportunities
·  Ability to work independently and as part of a team
·  Willingness to travel

Work Environment

·  Office environment
·  May require shift or weekend work