Juniper Networks

At Juniper, we believe the network is the single greatest vehicle for knowledge, understanding, and human advancement the world has ever known.

To achieve real outcomes, we know that experience is the most important requirement for networking teams and the people they serve. Delivering an experience-first, AI-Native Network pivots on the creativity and commitment of our people. It requires a consistent and committed practice, something we call the Juniper Way.

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

Location: Bangalore, India

Department: Supply Chain Organization

Reports To: Supplier Quality Manager

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to manage and improve supplier quality performance for electronic and mechanical components used in our networking product lines. The SQE will work closely with suppliers, design engineers, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to ensure that supplied parts meet all required specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier Qualification and Auditing:
• Qualify new suppliers through audits and capability assessments.
• Conduct periodic supplier audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IPC standards, etc.).
• Evaluate supplier processes, quality systems, and capacity for continuous improvement.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance:
• Ensure supplier compliance with engineering specifications, RoHS and environmental/regulatory requirements.

• Review and approve PPAP, FAI, and quality documentation from suppliers.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for supplier-related issues (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).
• Issue Resolution:
• Work with suppliers to drive zero-defect quality culture and reduce defect rates.
• Develop incoming inspection plans and criteria for electronic (PCBs, ICs, connectors) and mechanical parts (enclosures, fasteners, thermal parts).
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Component Quality Management:
• Continuous Improvement:
• Monitor and report supplier quality metrics (PPM, DPPM, on-time delivery).
• Implement and track supplier improvement programs and initiatives.
• Support cost reduction and localization initiatives without compromising quality.
  
  
Qualifications:


• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in supplier quality, ideally within electronics or networking industries.
• Strong knowledge of electronic and mechanical components used in telecom/networking products.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, GD&T, APQP, PPAP, and statistical quality tools.
• Experience with ISO 9001/14001, IATF 16949, or other quality system standards.
• Strong analytical, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Ability to travel to supplier sites domestically and internationally.
  
  
Experience :

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a component manufacturing environment as a quality/process engineer.
• Familiar with process and quality requirements for any of the following components :-
• Passives – Capacitors, Resistors, Diode, Transistors, LEDs and etc.
• Actives – ASIC, FPGA, Logic, Memory, Programable, storage and etc.
• Mechanicals – Connectors, Heatsink, Thermal interface material, Fan Tray and etc.
• Optics – Optical cable, SFP,
• Others – PSU, PCB, PCBA, Label, Insulators, electrical cable, Membrane, Packaging material and etc.
  

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with PCBA manufacturing, surface mount technology (SMT), or cable assemblies.
• Knowledge of network hardware (switches, routers, access points, etc.).
• Proficiency in quality tools: Minitab, SPC, FMEA, DOE.
  
  

About Juniper Networks

Juniper Networks challenges the inherent complexity that comes with networking and security in the multicloud era. We do this with products, solutions and services that transform the way people connect, work and live. We simplify the process of transitioning to a secure and automated multicloud environment to enable secure, AI-driven networks that connect the world. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK?

Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bengaluru, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their life's work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - it's an opportunity to help change the world.

At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We’d love to speak with you.

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