Principal Software Engineer - Networking and Systems

Hewlett Packard Enterprise India Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise India Private Limited in Bengaluru is seeking a Principal Engineer to design, develop and debug software for high-performance networking products. This onsite role expects you to work from an HPE office and contribute to complex packet forwarding features and OS-level enhancements.

You will partner with customer-facing teams to capture requirements, solve difficult Linux and kernel issues, and strengthen test automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in CS/EE from a reputed institute.
• 15+ years of experience in software development.
• Strong C/C++ and Python coding, design and debugging skills.
• Strong networking background.
• Experience with routers/switches and datapath ASICs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer requirements into software design.
• Develop complex packet forward features in IPv4/IPv6/MPLS, SRv6, EVPN-VxLAN, Multicast, Firewall/Filter, Cos, DHCP, Services areas etc.
• Analyze, debug and fix complex microkernel/Linux issues.
• Enhance Unit Test for Automation.
• Continuously drive innovations by working with cross functional teams to address complex problems.
• Assist in solving complex customer issues and queries reported from the field and drive customer satisfaction.
• Work on sustaining existing features.

Skills

C/C++/Python programming

Networking background

Problem solving

Education

B.E./B.Tech in CS/EE

Job description

Principal Engineer Principal Engineer This role has been designed as ‘’Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Who We Are: Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

Job Family Definition: Designs, develops, troubleshoots and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet-related tools. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design.

Management Level Definition: Contributions have visible technical impact on a product or major subcomponent. Applies in-depth professional knowledge and innovative ideas to solve complex problems. Visible contributions improve time-to-market, achieve cost reductions, or satisfy current and future unmet customer needs. Recognized internal authority on key technology area applying innovative principles and ideas. Provides technical leadership for significant project/program work. Leads or participates in cross-functional initiatives and contributes to mentorship and knowledge sharing across the organization.

What you will do

• Work with customer facing teams to understand requirements and translate the requirements into software design
• Develop complex packet forward features in IPv4/IPv6/MPLS, SRv6, EVPN-VxLAN, Multicast, Firewall/Filter, Cos, DHCP, Services areas etc.
• Analyze, debug and fix complex microkernel/Linux issues
• Enhance Unit Test for Automation
• Continuously drive innovations by working with cross functional teams to address complex problems
• Assist in solving complex customer issues and queries reported from the field and drive customer satisfaction
• Work on sustaining existing features

What you need to bring

• A minimum of B.E or BTech from a reputed institution in CS/EE with 15+ years of experience is required. Excellent C/C++/Python programming, design, problem solving and debugging skills
• Must have strong Networking background
• Prior experience with Software development on routers, switches is desirable
• Prior experience with datapath ASICs like Broadcom, Mellanox, Innovium, Barefoot or any other NPU is highly desirable
• Must be playing a strong technical role in the current position
• Exposure to multi-core Software architectures
• A clear understanding of the product development cycle, technical requirements with a strong understanding of concepts related to computer architecture, data structures and programming practices
• Candidate must have a strong record delivering software projects on-time and with high quality

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

What We Can Offer You

• Health & Wellbeing We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
• Personal & Professional Development We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
• Unconditional Inclusion We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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