Systems Software Expert

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing

Career Development

Inclusive Workplace

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Systems Software Expert in Fort Collins, CO. The role is hybrid with ~2 days per week from an HPE office. You will design, develop, and troubleshoot complex software systems and lead cross-functional teams on software design and implementation.

Responsibilities include guiding architecture, evaluating designs, mentoring engineers, and driving integration of new technologies. A strong background in C, Linux, and embedded systems is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent.
• Typically 8-10 years experience.
• Strong C programming and Linux scripting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Leads multiple project teams of software engineers and partners for all stages of design and development.
• Manages relationships with internal and outsourced partners on software design and development.
• Reviews designs for compliance with guidelines and standards; provides feedback to improve quality.
• Provides domain-specific expertise and software systems leadership across projects.
• Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects.
• Mentors less-experienced staff.

Skills

C programming

Linux scripting

Software architecture

Embedded systems

RDMA Verbs

InfiniBand

Networking tools

Operating system concepts

English proficiency

Mentoring

Education

CS/IS degree

Tools

Wireshark

Linux kernel knowledge

Device driver development

Job description

Systems Software Expert

This 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 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, troubleshoots and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet-related tools. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design.

Management Level Definition: Contributions impact technical components of HPE products, solutions, or services regularly and sustainably. Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Provides expertise and partnership to functional and technical project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine best method for achieving objectives. May provide team leadership and mentoring to others.

Responsibilities

• Leads multiple project teams of other software systems engineers and internal and outsourced development partners responsible for all stages of design and development for complex products and platforms, including solution design, analysis, coding, testing, and integration.
• Manages and expands relationships with internal and outsourced development partners on software systems design and development.
• Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with systems design and development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.
• Provides domain-specific expertise and overall software systems leadership and perspective to cross-organization projects, programs, and activities.
• Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects and activities in the software systems design organization.
• Provides guidance and mentoring to less- experienced staff members.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent. Typically 8-10 years experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive experience with multiple software systems design tools and languages.
• 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.
• Strong C programming experience and Linux scripting skills.
• Experience or understanding of software systems design tools and languages.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Understanding of design for software systems running on multiple platform types.
• Evaluating forms and processes for software systems testing and methodology, including writing and execution of test plans, debugging, and testing scripts and tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.
• Ability to effectively communicate product architectures, design proposals and negotiate options at senior management levels.
• Knowledge of Linux kernel developers - device driver development with focus on networking devices.
• Knowledge of InfiniBand and programming with RDMA Verbs.
• Background in embedded system architecture/design and code.
• Knowledge of protocol analysis, network analysers, packet capture devices, or Wireshark.
• Understanding of Operating system concepts and System fabric Messaging concepts.

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.

Salary

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 126,500 - 240,500 in Colorado // 120,500 - 276,500 in Texas.

The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

Job Information

Job: Engineering

Job Level: TCP_04

Estimated job application period closure is October 1 2026; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.

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 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.

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