Solution Validation Engineer for Campus Fabric / Enterprise Networking

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing

Professional Development

Unconditional Inclusion

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Bengaluru (Hybrid) seeks an experienced Network Test Engineer to design, execute and troubleshoot test plans for Campus Fabric and Enterprise Networking solutions. You will perform end-to-end validation of VXLAN/EVPN, network segmentation, and multi-node deployments, while developing automation scripts in Python to expand coverage.

You will collaborate with development teams, investigate escalations, and provide guidance on complex networking issues, taking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or an equivalent discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in Network System Testing, Quality Assurance (QA), or related networking roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with VXLAN/EVPN, Campus Fabric, and Enterprise Networking deployments.
• Solid understanding of network segmentation, fabric architectures, 802.1X, access security, DHCP/DHCP security, multicast, and endpoint authentication.
• Proficiency in developing test automation scripts using Python or similar programming languages.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills.
• Experience working with network traffic generators, packet analysis tools, and log debugging utilities.
• Ability to independently investigate complex technical issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with development teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to manage assigned deliverables independently and provide technical guidance to junior professionals.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, execute, and troubleshoot test plans, test scripts, and validation solutions for Campus Fabric and Enterprise Networking solutions.
• Perform end-to-end testing and validation of VXLAN/EVPN, fabric workflows, network segmentation, and multi-node deployments.
• Test and troubleshoot 802.1X, access security, DHCP/DHCP security, multicast, and endpoint authentication workflows.
• Develop and enhance automation scripts to expand test coverage, improve efficiency, and streamline validation processes.
• Leverage AI-driven approaches to optimize test automation and improve testing efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve product issues, ensuring improved product quality.
• Investigate customer escalations, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend effective solutions or workarounds for issue mitigation.
• Provide technical recommendations and support in resolving common and complex networking issues.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, exercise independent judgment, and provide technical guidance to junior team members when required.

Skills

VXLAN/EVPN testing

Campus Fabric

Enterprise Networking

802.1X & security

Python automation

Troubleshooting & RCA

Network test tools

Independent delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors/Masters in CS/IS

Job description

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week 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

What You 'll do

• Design, develop, execute, and troubleshoot test plans, test scripts, and validation solutions for Campus Fabric and Enterprise Networking solutions.
• Perform end-to-end testing and validation of VXLAN/EVPN, fabric workflows, network segmentation, and multi-node deployments.
• Test and troubleshoot 802.1X, access security, DHCP/DHCP security, multicast, and endpoint authentication workflows.
• Develop and enhance automation scripts to expand test coverage, improve efficiency, and streamline validation processes.
• Leverage AI-driven approaches to optimize test automation and improve testing efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve product issues, ensuring improved product quality.
• Investigate customer escalations, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend effective solutions or workarounds for issue mitigation.
• Provide technical recommendations and support in resolving common and complex networking issues.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, exercise independent judgment, and provide technical guidance to junior team members when required.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or an equivalent discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in Network System Testing, Quality Assurance (QA), or related networking roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with VXLAN/EVPN, Campus Fabric, and Enterprise Networking deployments.
• Solid understanding of network segmentation, fabric architectures, 802.1X, access security, DHCP/DHCP security, multicast, and endpoint authentication.
• Proficiency in developing test automation scripts using Python or similar programming languages.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills, preferably with hands-on real-world testbed experience.
• Experience working with network traffic generators, packet analysis tools, and log debugging utilities.
• Ability to independently investigate complex technical issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with development teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to manage assigned deliverables independently and provide technical guidance to junior professionals.

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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