Principal Network Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company in; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP seeks a Principal Network Engineer to design, implement, and support data center networking solutions. This role is Remote/Teleworker, with primary work from home and occasional travel to customer sites.

You will lead Junos configurations, network design decisions, and automation efforts using Python, mentoring junior staff and coordinating with internal teams and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Typically, 6 + years’ experience in data center routing, switching, and network architecture, with hands-on experience using HPE Juniper products such as the QFX, PTX, MX, and EX series.
• Proven ability to develop test automation and write scripts in Python.
• Up to 10% travel to customer sites is required.
• IE level certifications required (JNCIE or CCIE)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for HPE products in data center networking technologies, supporting customers with network design, troubleshooting, hardware and software testing, documentation, best practices, and automation.
• Provide primary technical support for break/fix activities, using advanced diagnostic skills to restore services quickly and reduce the likelihood of recurrence.
• Advise customers on best practices for Junos configurations and network design.
• Manage and grow relationships with internal teams and outsourced development partners involved in engineering design and development.
• Review and evaluate designs and project activities for compliance with technology and development standards; provide constructive feedback to improve product quality.
• Contribute domain-specific expertise and engineering leadership to cross-organizational projects and programs.
• Drive innovation by integrating new technologies into engineering projects and designs.
• Mentor and guide junior staff members.

Skills

Junos configurations

Network design

Python scripting

Test automation

Data center networking

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

JNCIE

CCIE

Tools

QFX/PTX/MX/EX series

Job description

Principal Network Engineer

This role has been designated as ‘Remote/Teleworker’, which means you will primarily work from home.

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:

The job family spans across multiple engineering disciplines. Work consists of designing, developing, analyzing, troubleshooting and debugging systems, software and solutions for research and/or research development of product, services, and solutions for HPE’s portfolio. Requires a broad knowledge and application of engineering disciplines, methodologies and tools.

Job Family Definition for Executive Levels only: Directs and manages a diverse team of engineering professionals performing research, development, design and/or implementation of products, services, solutions for the company’s portfolio. Responsible for creating and communicating technical strategy within the organization and/or across the function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject matter expert for HPE products in data center networking technologies, supporting customers with network design, troubleshooting, hardware and software testing, documentation, best practices, and automation.


• Provide primary technical support for break/fix activities, using advanced diagnostic skills to restore services quickly and reduce the likelihood of recurrence.


• Advise customers on best practices for Junos configurations and network design.


• Manage and grow relationships with internal teams and outsourced development partners involved in engineering design and development.


• Review and evaluate designs and project activities for compliance with technology and development standards; provide constructive feedback to improve product quality.


• Contribute domain-specific expertise and engineering leadership to cross-organizational projects and programs.


• Drive innovation by integrating new technologies into engineering projects and designs.


• Mentor and guide junior staff members.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


• Typically, 6 + years’ experience in data center routing, switching, and network architecture, with hands-on experience using HPE Juniper products such as the QFX, PTX, MX, and EX series.


• Proven ability to develop test automation and write scripts in Python.


• Up to 10% travel to customer sites is required.


• IE level certifications required (JNCIE or CCIE)

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience testing and certifying Junos and Junos EVO software features and associated hardware.


• Skilled in empirical analysis, modeling, and testing methodologies to validate product designs and specifications.


• Proficient with engineering design tools and software used to design components and solutions.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and the local language; able to present product architectures and design proposals and to negotiate options with senior management.

Additional Skills:

Cloud Architectures, Cross Domain Knowledge, Design Thinking, Development Fundamentals, DevOps, Distributed Computing, Microservices Fluency, Full Stack Development, Security-First Mindset, User Experience (UX)

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.

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_05

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 119,500 - 275,000 in Texas

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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