Network Engineer Test (Intern)

Arista Networks is looking for Network Engineering Students to join our Internship Programme helping us test the highest-quality networking products available.  You will work alongside a dedicated mentor in the Testing Team for the duration of your internship helping us explore find and fix bugs while we help you build upon your existing academic knowledge and skills.

You dont need to tick every box to apply if youre excited about networking and willing to learn wed love to hear from you.

What you will do:

• Work with your mentor to design and test network topologies validating functionality performance stability and scalability of Aristas features and products.
• Write and execute test plans to verify all aspects of the feature and product ensuring comprehensive coverage.
• Identify defects and validate resolution.
• Conduct test plan reviews to solicit feedback and identify customer-centric use cases.

What you will learn:

• Networking Fundamentals:  Strengthen your understanding of Network Design Routing and Switching IP Addressing
• Networking Protocols: Gain hands-on industry experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols (TCP UDP IP BGP OSPF STP) and have exposure to Cloud Titans network design and cutting-edge technologies.
• Network Automation:  Gain insight into how we use common scripting languages to automate various elements of our testing workflow and test at scale.
• Testing Methodologies: Learn structured approaches to testing features and products across multiple areas focussing on Functionality Performance Stability Reliability Scalability and Interoperability.
• Troubleshooting Methodologies: Learn troubleshooting methodologies by actively diagnosing the issues you encounter.

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Qualifications :

• Pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering or related field
• Understanding of core networking protocols (but mostly just a love and aptitude for network engineering).
• Familiarity with scripting (e.g. Python)
• Basic understanding of the Linux operating system.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as collaboration skills.

Additional Information :

• All information provided will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

• The candidate must be able to complete a 6-month onsite internship working a full-time schedule.

• Candidate must be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland (no work VISA sponsored)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time