Software Engineer - Test & Automation

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP in the United States is seeking a Software Engineer focused on test and automation to validate networking products and solutions. You will develop and maintain test plans, execute feature and regression testing, and build automation scripts using Python to improve validation efficiency.

The role requires strong Python, Linux, and debugging skills, plus experience with test automation frameworks and cross-functional collaboration in a global engineering

Qualifications

• Strong Python programming or scripting
• Experience with software testing and validation methodologies
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Experience with automation frameworks or automated testing solutions

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and validation procedures for networking products and solutions.
• Perform feature, system, integration, and regression testing to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex networking and software issues.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and frameworks using Python.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Development, and Quality Engineering teams.
• Participate in validation of networking reference designs and customer deployment scenarios.
• Identify, document, reproduce, and track defects through resolution.
• Contribute to release readiness and product quality initiatives.

Skills

Python

Test automation

Validation

Debugging

Linux

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field

Tools

CI/CD tools

Automation frameworks

Job description

Software Engineer - Test & AutomationThis 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:**Responsible for **validating, testing, troubleshooting, and improving networking products and solutions**. Works closely with Product Management, Systems Engineering, and Development teams to ensure networking features, architectures, and releases meet quality, functionality, and customer requirements. Develops automation tools and test frameworks to improve validation efficiency and product quality. **We are seeking engineers with strong software testing, automation, and problem-solving skills who are interested in developing expertise in networking technologies. The ideal candidate has experience with Python, automation frameworks, validation, debugging, and cross-functional collaboration, and is eager to learn and work with enterprise networking products.** **Management Level Definition**Applies established subject matter knowledge to solve technical challenges involving networking technologies, test automation, and product validation. Works independently on assigned projects while collaborating with cross-functional global teams. Contributes to testing strategy, problem investigation, and continuous improvement initiatives under moderate supervision. **Responsibilities*** Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and validation procedures for networking products and solutions.* Perform feature, system, integration, and regression testing to ensure product quality and reliability.* Troubleshoot and debug complex networking and software issues.* Develop and maintain automation scripts and frameworks using Python.* Collaborate with Product Management, Development, and Quality Engineering teams.* Participate in validation of networking reference designs and customer deployment scenarios.* Identify, document, reproduce, and track defects through resolution.* Contribute to release readiness and product quality initiatives.* Create technical documentation and validation reports* Work effectively within globally distributed engineering teams. **Education and Experience Required*** Bachelor's or Master's degree and typically 5+ years of relevant experience in networking, validation engineering, testing, or quality engineering. **Knowledge and Skills - Required*** Strong Python programming, scripting, or automation experience* Software testing and validation methodologies* Test automation development and debugging skills* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities* Root-cause analysis capabilities* Experience working with automation frameworks or automated testing solutions* Strong communication and collaboration skills* Ability to learn new technologies quickly* Experience working in Linux or similar development environments **Knowledge and Skills - Preferred*** Networking fundamentals* TCP/IP knowledge* Routing and switching concepts* Exposure to networking products or infrastructure environments* BGP, OSPF, or MPLS knowledge* Network testing and validation experience* CI/CD tools and test automation pipelines* Enterprise or data-center networking exposure**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.**Let's Stay Connected:**Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.