Software Engineer – Wireless Access Point Development

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Cupertino, California, is seeking a Software Engineer for Wireless Access Point Development. This on‑site role focuses on firmware and software for next‑generation Wi‑Fi APs, with collaboration across hardware and software teams.

The candidate will design, implement, test, and bring up software and firmware, particularly for 802.11 devices, and work with cross‑functional teams to deliver features. A BS/MS in a related field and 4–6 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent field.
• 4–6 years of relevant software development experience.
• 2–3 years of experience developing networking devices such as Wi‑Fi Access Points.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and deliver innovative software and features for next‑generation Wi‑Fi Access Points.
• Develop new software, resolve defects, adapt solutions for new hardware platforms, improve performance, and enhance software interfaces.
• Develop and bring up firmware for new 802.11 access point hardware, including platform enablement and early hardware bring‑up.
• Partner with data analytics and machine learning teams to enable intelligent and adaptive wireless networking capabilities.
• Work closely with customers, product managers, and cross‑functional teams to resolve issues and deliver new features.
• Proactively identify opportunities to create customer value through technical innovation and architectural improvements.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with management and development partners on software design status, project progress, and issue resolution.

Skills

C programming

Linux kernel development

Networking protocols

Embedded systems

Firmware development

Python

Go

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent field

Tools

C/C++

Go

Python

Job description

Software Engineer – Wireless Access Point Development

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 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

Designs, develops, troubleshoots, and debugs software for product enhancements and new offerings. Analyzes, designs, programs, debugs, and modifies firmware, including embedded code and bootloaders (e.g., U‑Boot). The role requires knowledge of and exposure to hardware design and close collaboration with hardware teams. Typically programs in high‑level languages such as C, C++, Go, and Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and deliver innovative software and features for next‑generation Wi‑Fi Access Points.
• Develop new software, resolve defects, adapt solutions for new hardware platforms, improve performance, and enhance software interfaces.
• Develop and bring up firmware for new 802.11 access point hardware, including platform enablement and early hardware bring‑up.
• Partner with data analytics and machine learning teams to enable intelligent and adaptive wireless networking capabilities.
• Work closely with customers, product managers, and cross‑functional teams to resolve issues and deliver new features.
• Proactively identify opportunities to create customer value through technical innovation and architectural improvements.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with management and development partners on software design status, project progress, and issue resolution.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent field.
• 4–6 years of relevant software development experience.
• 2 years of experience developing networking devices such as Wi‑Fi Access Points.
• 3 years of experience developing networking devices such as Wi‑Fi Access Points.

Knowledge and Skills

• Expertise in multiple software systems design tools and programming languages.
• Strong proficiency in C programming.
• Deep experience with Linux kernel development and networking protocols.
• Solid understanding of embedded systems, firmware development, and hardware/software interaction.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a persistent, creative, and solution‑oriented mindset.
• Experience with software systems testing methodologies, including test plan development, debugging, and test automation tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate product architectures, design proposals, and technical trade‑offs to technical and management audiences.

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.”

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