File Systems Engineer

Socket.dev; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a File Systems Engineer to design and maintain advanced storage subsystems, focusing on Lustre and Linux kernel I/O stacks. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams to deliver high-performance storage for HPC/AI workloads, with an emphasis on debugging and performance optimization.

The position requires strong C skills, plus Python/Bash/Rust competence, and 4–7 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C and capabilities in Python, Bash, or Rust.
• Solid knowledge of Lustre file system and Linux kernel internals.
• Experience debugging distributed state machines and system-level I/O bottlenecks.

Responsibilities

• Designs enhancements and changes for subsystems of parallel file systems (Lustre, Linux I/O stacks).
• Analyzes design and determines coding, programming, and integration tasks for features (layout evolution, OST striping, data tiering).
• Writes and executes testing plans and documentation for storage subsystems; debugs I/O stacks and kernel panics.
• Collaborates with project team to develop high-performance storage solutions for HPC/AI workloads.
• Communicates status and progress to management and partners; participates as a key technical contributor across projects.
• Provides guidance, code reviews and mentoring to junior staff.

Skills

C

Python

Bash

Rust

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Info Systems

Tools

Lustre

Linux kernel I/O

strace

perf

Job description

File Systems Engineer

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 onfinding 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:

Applies developed subject matter knowledge to solve common and complex business and technical issues within established guidelines and recommends appropriate alternatives. Works on problems of diverse complexity and scope. May act as a project leader providing direction to team activities and facilitating decision-making. Exercises independent judgment within generally defined policies and practices to identify and select a solution. Handles most unique situations independently but may seek advice on highly complex issues. Provides guidance and mentoring to lower-level professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Designs enhancements, updates, and programming changes for specific subsystems of parallel file systems, including Lustre and underlying Linux kernel I/O stacks.
• Analyzes design and determines coding, programming, and integration activities required for assigned features, such as layout evolution, Object Storage Target (OST) striping policies, or data tiering.
• Writes and executes complete testing plans, protocols, and documentation for assigned storage subsystems; identifies, debugs, and creates solutions for direct I/O call stacks, VFS bottlenecks, and kernel panics.
• Collaborates seamlessly with a project team of software systems engineers and internal partners to develop reliable, high-performance storage solutions for HPC and AI workloads.
• Communicates with management and internal development partners regarding software systems design status, project progress, and issue resolution for assigned components.
• Participates as a key technical contributor in the storage software engineering team across various phases of larger enterprise storage architecture projects.
• Provides guidance, code review, and mentoring to less-experienced staff members.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent.
• Typically, 4-7 years' experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong proficiency in systems programming languages, specifically C, alongside capabilities in Python, Bash, or Rust.
• Solid architectural knowledge of the Lustre file system codebase and Linux OS internals (page cache, memory management).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for debugging distributed state machines and system-level I/O bottlenecks.
• Experience designing and maintaining software systems running on high-performance computing clusters and enterprise storage networks.
• Software systems testing methodology, including performance profiling and debugging using tracing tools (e.g., strace, perf).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language. Ability to effectively communicate design proposals and collaborate efficiently within the engineering team.

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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Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

TCP_03

The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
– United States of America: Annual Salary USD 106,000 - 243,000 in Minnesota & New Jersey
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html

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