• Systems/Software Testing Engineer II Cloud & On-Premise

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company; Friday Harbor (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise seeks a Systems/Software Testing Engineer II for Cloud and On‑Premise, responsible for end‑to‑end quality validation of Security Director Cloud and On‑Prem deployments, including automation with Python and Playwright. Hybrid work model with ~2 days per week in a HP office; strong AWS, Kubernetes, networking, and security knowledge required to ensure reliability and security across cloud and on‑prem environments.

Relocation support is provided to eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Two to four years of hands-on testing networking and security products in cloud/virtualized environments.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols and security mechanisms.
• Hands-on experience with UI test automation tools and Playwright.
• Excellent problem solving and Python scripting skills.
• Experience with AWS for deployment, testing, or troubleshooting preferred.
• Certifications in networking or security domains are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Test end-to-end systems built with microservices in Kubernetes in AWS cloud and VMware/KVM.
• Perform browser compatibility and end-user workflow validation across browsers.
• Validate admin workflows, document test scenarios, verify logs.
• Develop and maintain automated tests using Python and Playwright; integrate with CI.

Skills

Networking concepts

Kubernetes

Python programming

Playwright

AWS cloud concepts

UI test automation

Troubleshooting

Security testing

Automation frameworks

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Job description

• Systems/Software Testing Engineer II Cloud & On-Premise

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:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Testing Engineer to validate our cloud and on-premises security management platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in computer science and two to four years of experience testing networking and security products, particularly in cloud environments. This role requires proficiency in testing methodologies and automation tools, together with a comprehensive understanding of networking protocols and security mechanisms.

Role Overview:

This position owns end-to-end quality validation for Security Director Cloud and Security Director On-Prem. The engineer will design and execute functional and regression testing across cloud-native and virtualized deployments, expand Python- and Playwright-based automation, investigate failures, and collaborate with development teams to validate fixes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test end-to-end systems built with microservices in Kubernetes environments hosted in the AWS public cloud and deployed on VMware and KVM hypervisors.
• Perform browser compatibility, end-user workflow, and traffic validation across supported web browsers to verify usability, functional behavior, and system response under expected conditions.
• Validate administrative workflows and functionality, document test scenarios, and verify that system logs are generated correctly and contain accurate information.
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test suites using Python and Playwright; analyze failures, improve test reliability, and integrate automated tests into the team's continuous integration workflows.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Broad knowledge of networking, virtualization, and firewall technologies is essential for success in this role.
• Knowledge of networking concepts, including WAN, LAN, TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancers, IPv4, and IPv6.
• Working knowledge of core AWS cloud concepts and services is required.
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes, container technologies and microservices architectures is required.
• Proficiency in Python programming is required.
• Proficiency in UI test automation using tools such as Playwright is required.
• Identify, document, and track software defects, and collaborate with development teams to ensure timely resolution and validation of fixes.
• Prepare detailed test reports and quality documentation that summarize test results, identified issues, risk assessments, and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Two to four years of hands‑on experience testing networking and security products across cloud‑based or virtualized environments.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols and security mechanisms.
• Hands‑on experience with UI test automation tools and frameworks, particularly Playwright.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong Python programming and scripting skills for developing and maintaining test automation.
• Hands‑on experience using AWS for application deployment, testing or troubleshooting is preferred.
• Relevant certifications in networking or security domains are advantageous.

If you are an experienced test engineer who is passionate about cloud security, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, performance and security of our cloud and on‑premise security management products.

Relocation support is provided to eligible candidates

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.

Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

TCP_02

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.

HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.