Principal Security Software Engineer (Storage)

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 349,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Reston, VA is seeking a highly experienced software architect to design and lead secure, scalable storage and cloud solutions. You will drive architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

The role requires advanced degrees and extensive experience in security-focused software design, with a track record of delivering complex systems. Onsite work is expected at an HPE office.

Qualifications

• Master's and PhD in Computer Science or equivalent required.
• Specialization in computer or network security highly desirable.
• Typically 15+ years of experience in software and systems design.

Responsibilities

• Develop organization-wide architectures and methodologies for software systems design across multiple platforms.
• Evaluate new technologies and outsourced development partners for integration with the roadmap.
• Review designs for compliance and provide feedback to improve quality and reduce risk.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to staff to promote innovation and excellence.
• Act as security consultant, reviewing architecture and decisions from a security perspective.
• Manage Vulnerability backlog, response and remediation plan for the product.

Skills

Secure software design

Software architecture

Security certifications

Leadership / mentoring

English communication

Education

Master's and PhD in Computer Science

Job description

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 and troubleshoots software for HPE Storage products and integrates them with other HPE Cloud Products and Solutions. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design. Software includes parts of Operation System, Kernel Drivers, Microservices and Applications running in containers orchestrated by Kubernetes.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop organization-wide architectures and methodologies for software systems design and development across multiple platforms and organizations within the Global Business Unit.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies, innovations, and outsourced development partner relationships for alignment with technology roadmap and business value; create plans for integration and update into architecture.
• Review and evaluate designs and project activities for compliance with development guidelines and standards; provide tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.
• Leverage recognized domain expertise, business acumen, and experience to influence decisions of executive business leadership, outsourced development partners, and industry standards groups.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to less- experienced staff members to set an example of software systems design and development innovation and excellence.
• Act as a security consultant to engineering teams, reviewing the architecture, features and technical decisions from a security perspective.
• Manage the Vulnerability backlog, response and remediation plan for the entire product.

Education And Experience Required

• Master's and PhD degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Specialization or prior experience in Computer or Network Security is highly desirable.
• Typically 15+ years experience.

Knowledge And Skills

• Experience designing and developing software systems design tools and languages.
• Deep and practical knowledge and experience in building Secure Products in conformance with security protocols, industry standards and best practices.
• Experience working with third‑party vendors and security agencies on Security Certifications and Compliance (FIPS, Common Criteria, DISA STIG).
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in overall architecture of software systems for products and solutions.
• Designing and integrating software systems running on multiple platform types into overall architecture.
• Evaluating and selecting forms and processes for software systems testing and methodology, including writing and execution of test plans, debugging, and testing scripts and tools.
• History of innovation with multiple patents or deployed solutions in the field of software design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.
• Ability to effectively communicate product architectures, design proposals and negotiate options at business unit and executive levels.

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

Salary

Annual Salary USD 172,000 - 349,000 in California. The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

Employee Benefits

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 based on 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.