Software Engineer, Packet Forwarding Software

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,500 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in California is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer for PTX Series Routers Packet Forwarding software. You will architect and implement forwarding features across IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6, and more, collaborating with product, test, and customer teams.

The role requires strong C and C++ skills, Linux and Python, and a track record in systems software. This position offers exposure to high-performance networks and a path to influence architecture and sustainment of core

Qualifications

• BS in CS/EE with 6 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 with Linux and Python.
• Collaborates well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Architect & develop Packet Forwarding Features for PTX Series Routers including IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6, Multicast, GRE, LAG and tunneling.
• Collaborate with Product Line Managers to translate features into implementations.
• Coordinate with Test Teams to qualify and deliver high-quality products.
• Engage with customers and participate in industry forums.
• Contribute to sustaining and enhancing existing features.

Skills

C Programming

C++ Programming

Linux

Python

Algorithms

Data Structures

Team Player

Education

BS in CS/EE

MS degree is a plus

Job description

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

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 6 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.

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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 120,500 - 243,000 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

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