Senior Software Engineer - Packet Forwarding Software

Hobbsnews; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 136,500 - 276,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development programs

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in California is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to design and implement Packet Forwarding software for PTX Series Routers. This role requires hands-on C/C++ development, strong CS fundamentals, and Linux/Python expertise, with a hybrid work model averaging 2 days per week at an HPE office.

You will architect features (IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6, Multicast, GRE, LAG), collaborate with product managers, coordinate with test teams, engage customers, and participate in

Qualifications

• BS in CS/EE with 8 years of work experience; MS degree is a plus.
• At least 6 years of experience with C programming.
• At least 2 years of experience with C++ programming.
• Strong fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, and operating systems.
• Hands-on experience in Linux and Python.
• Team collaboration and communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Architect & develop Packet Forwarding features for PTX Series Routers—IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6, Multicast, GRE, LAG and tunneling features.
• Collaborate with Product Line Managers to translate features into implementation.
• Work with Test Teams to qualify and deliver high-quality products.
• Engage with customers to gather feedback and requirements.
• Participate in industry forums and contribute to standards.
• Sustain and evolve existing features over time.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Linux

Python

Algorithms

Data structures

Operating systems

Team player

Education

BS in CS/EE

MS degree (nice to have)

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Packet Forwarding SoftwareThis 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:

About the Position:

If you are using the Internet, your data traffic is likely going through a HPE product, and HPE’s PTX Series Routers Packet Forwarding team is responsible for developing the software that forwards your data packets as they traverse the network. This software is deployed across the globe in high-performance routers and switches that drive the largest and fastest public Cloud, Service Provider, and Mobile networks.The PTX Series Routers Packet Forwarding software team is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer.

Responsibilities:

• Architect & develop Packet Forwarding Features for PTX Series Routers - - IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6, Multicast, GRE, LAG and Tunneling Features
• Work with Product Line Managers to understand Packet Forwarding Features and translate to implementation
• Work with Test Teams to qualify and deliver high quality products
• Engage with Customers
• Participate in Industry Forums
• Work on sustaining existing features

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of BS in CS/EE with 8 years of work experience. MS degree is a plus.

• At least 6 years of experience with 'C' Programming
• At least 2 years of experience with 'C++' Programming
• Strong fundamental computer science skills like algorithms, data structures, operating systems
• Hands on experience in Linux and Python
• Work as a team player

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.

Let’s Stay Connected:

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Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

TCP_04

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 136,500 - 276,500 in California

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

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.