Ethernet Networking Test Engineer
Qualcomm · Chennai, TN
About this role
Qualcomm is hiring a mid-level QA Engineer in the software engineering function based in Chennai, TN. The posting calls out experience with Python, Linux, Networking, Testing.
- Role
- QA Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Chennai, TN
- Posted
- May 14, 2026
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Job description
from Qualcomm careers##
Company:
Qualcomm India Private Limited
## Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering
General Summary:
We are looking for a Junior Engineer – Ethernet Networking Test with hands-on exposure to Layer 2 / Layer 3 Ethernet networking validation. The candidate should have strong knowledge of networking protocols, manual testing, debugging, and test case creation for networking products.
Primary Responsibilities
\- Execute functional and performance testing of Ethernet networking products
\- Validate Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking features
\- Analyze product requirements and convert them into test plans and test cases
\- Perform protocol validation and feature-level debugging
\- Execute interoperability and regression testing
\- Capture, analyze, and debug traffic using packet analysis tools
\- Work independently on assigned testing tasks
Must-Have Technical Skills
\- Strong knowledge of L2 / L3 Ethernet networking
\- Hands-on experience in manual testing of networking products
\- Good understanding of switching, routing, and traffic behavior
\- Strong debugging and analytical skills
Protocols / Technologies Required
\- Ethernet
\- TCP/IP
\- IPv4 / IPv6
\- NAT
\- IGMP
\- QoS
\- DHCP
\- VLAN
\- PPPoE
\- ARP
\- ICMP
\- Basic routing and switching concepts
Testing Experience
\- Functional testing of Ethernet/networking products
\- Performance testing of networking devices and features
\- Validation of Layer 2 to Layer 3 protocols
\- Regression, interoperability, and feature testing