Networks Lab Manager
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: St. Louis • Montana • United States
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About the role
- Work closely with architects, product managers & product engineers to define and build topologies supporting all NPS products.
- Plan, configure, and maintain network lab environments, including routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and virtualization platforms.
- Oversee setup, maintenance, and optimization of the network testing lab infrastructure.
- Manage lab inventory, hardware lifecycle, software upgrades, and integration of new equipment/tools to ensure readiness for testing activities.
- Coordinate scheduling and resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects.
- Supervise and mentor network lab engineers; assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide technical guidance.
- Support development and implementation of comprehensive test plans for network products and services.
- Ensure consistency to QA frameworks, compliance standards, and guidelines in testing methodologies.
- Oversee execution of functional, performance, security, and regression tests across diverse network environments to ensure stability after updates.
- Develop and enforce testing protocols and documentation standards; document test strategies, processes, and outcomes for audit and knowledge sharing.
- Act as liaison between development, QA, and operations teams to align testing objectives with project goals.
- Provide clear and timely updates to partners on test progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
- Promote standardization and automation in testing processes; implement automation frameworks and integrate with CI/CD pipelines for streamlined testing.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in lab operations and testing workflows.
- Provide technical expertise during project planning and execution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Networking, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in network testing, QA, or lab management roles
- Demonstrable ability to manage complex projects and coordinate multi-functional teams in fast-paced environments
- Solid understanding of networking technologies (LAN, WAN, Data Center, Cloud) and protocols (BGP, VXLAN, QoS)
- Advanced networking certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent
- Hands-on experience with network hardware platforms (e.g., Cisco, Arista) and virtualization technologies
- Knowledge of multicast concepts (IGMP, RP, PIM)
- Exposure to low-latency technologies and financial sector requirements
- Experience implementing security and compliance testing for network products
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Retirement planning
- Paid volunteering days
- Wellbeing initiatives
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
network testingQA methodologiesnetwork lab managementnetworking technologiesnetwork protocolsautomation frameworksCI/CD pipelinestest plans developmenttesting protocolsdocumentation standards
Soft Skills
project managementteam coordinationmentoringtechnical guidancecommunicationproblem-solvingresource allocationcontinuous improvementrisk managementcollaboration
Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in NetworkingCCNPCCIEJNCIPJNCIE