Calix

Communications Service Providers

SoftwareEngineerinTest

Nanjing, China FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Software Engineer in Test at Calix. Skills: Test automation, Scripting, Linux. Develop automation tests. Maintain automation tests”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure product quality; Ensure product performance; Improve test stability; Improve test efficiency; Expand automation test coverage

Industry & Context.

Communications Service Providers
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Attention to detail

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience), 0–3 years of experience in software testing or test automation (internships and academic projects included), Basic scripting or programming experience in Python, Shell, Perl, Tcl, Ruby, or similar languages, Basic experience with test automation frameworks (e. g. , Robot Framework or similar), Familiarity with Linux environments, basic shell usage, and networking fundamentals, Understanding of software testing concepts such as functional testing, regression testing, and defect tracking, problem‑solving skills and attention to detail, Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English, Eagerness to learn, take feedback, and grow in a fast‑paced technical environment

Nice to Have

Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Bamboo, or similar platforms, Introductory knowledge of data communications or networking concepts (e. g. , L2/L3, Wi‑Fi, Ethernet, or XPON fundamentals), Familiarity with containers (Docker/LXC) or traffic tools (IXIA, IPerf, Trex, Ostinato) through coursework or projects

What You'll Do.

Develop automation tests

Maintain automation tests

Execute daily automation tests

Analyze test failures

Collaborate with teams

Contribute as team member

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with global development teams; Collaborate with solution test teams; Collaborate with CPEG teams; Work with senior engineers; Contribute as a proactive team member

Communication Scope

Communicate clearly in written English; Communicate clearly in spoken English

Full Job Description

Calix provides the cloud, software platforms, systems and services required for communications service providers to simplify their businesses, excite their subscribers and grow their value. We are the SCIA team, part of the development team, primarily responsible for the development, execution, and analysis of automated regression testing during the product development phase. We are committed to identifying and resolving issues early to ensure product quality and performance. The successful candidate will help define, design, modify, and implement automation test scripts for Calix EXOS products, maintain the automation structure, and integrate third-party open-source tools into the EXOS automation framework. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality of Calix EXOS products. **Responsibilities** * Develop and maintain build/execute/analysis/report functional automation tests for EXOS products under guidance from senior engineers * Execute daily automation tests – Smoke, Sanity, CI and performance test on designated code branches and report test results accurately * Update and refine test scripts using the EXOS automation framework and internal platforms (e.g., ET‑Home) to improve test stability and efficiency * Assist in analyzing test failures and work with senior engineers to identify root causes * Collaborate with global development, solution test, and CPEG teams to expand the automation test coverage * Follow established QA processes, automation standards, and documentation practices * Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and product domains * Contribute as a proactive team member with a positive attitude toward continuous improvement **Qualifications** **Required** * BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience) * 0–3 years of experience in software testing or test automation (internships and academic projects included) * B

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