SW Engineering (Systems) - Senior Software Engineer

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Sunnyvale, CA, USA
In-Office
121K-243K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
Design, develop, and maintain high-performance networking and security software for embedded and multi-core platforms. Contribute to architecture, debugging, testing, and cross-team collaboration while supporting sustaining engineering and customer-facing issue resolution.
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SW Engineering (Systems) - Senior Software Engineer

  

This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation 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 enhancements and new products in high-performance networking and security systems. Develops software for operating systems, network subsystems, routing engines, security modules, utilities, embedded platforms, and Internet-related tools. Determines hardware compatibility and influences hardware design for network interface and link layer protocols within embedded and high-performance networking systems.

Management Level Definition

Operates independently to design, develop, and resolve complex issues across software systems. Works with minimal supervision while providing technical guidance and coordinating effectively with team members and cross-functional partners. Demonstrates strong ownership, sound engineering judgment, and proactive collaboration to ensure delivery of high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Designs enhancements, updates, and programming changes for subsystems of systems software, including operating systems, networking components, and security functions.
• Develops and maintains network interfaces, protocols, and security services to meet high-performance and high-scalability requirements.
• Analyzes design requirements, defines coding and integration activities, and contributes to architectural reviews.
• Executes and contributes to test plans, verification protocols, and documentation; debugs issues and proposes improvements.
• Collaborates with hardware, QA, system test, and customer-facing teams to deliver robust, cost-effective software solutions.
• Investigates complex field issues through log-driven debugging, system-level analysis, and cross-layer collaboration.
• Supports sustaining engineering through maintenance and enhancement of existing features.

Education and Experience Required

• Master or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of related working experience in networking, embedded systems, or high-performance security platforms.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with software systems design tools and programming languages.
• Experience developing software for multi-core embedded platforms, including network interfaces, protocol handling, and security processing.
• Strong understanding of OS internals, virtualization, computer architecture, and system-level debugging.
• Experience with Unix/Linux environments and hardware–software integration.
• Preferred: Familiarity with Open Networking in the Cloud (SONiC).
• Preferred: Experience with Link Layer protocols such as LACP, LLDP, EAPOL, etc.
• Preferred: Experience with Broadcom and/or Marvell SDKs for switching or network-interface subsystems.
• Preferred: Experience with AI tools for coding assistance (e.g., Copilot) and intelligent debugging.
• Preferred: Knowledge of AI/ML techniques for predicting potential software or hardware errors.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, including test plan execution and debugging tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to present design proposals and negotiate design decisions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, mentor others, and contribute to a high-performance engineering culture.

Additional Skills:

Cloud Architectures, Cross Domain Knowledge, Design Thinking, Development Fundamentals, DevOps, Distributed Computing, Microservices Fluency, Full Stack Development, Security-First Mindset, Solutions Design, Testing & Automation, User Experience (UX)

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

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. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.

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.

   

No Fees Notice & Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer

 

It has come to HPE’s attention that there has been an increase in recruitment fraud whereby scammer impersonate HPE or HPE-authorized recruiting agencies and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates.  These scammers often seek to obtain personal information or money from candidates.

 

Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process.  The credentials of any hiring agency that claims to be working with HPE for recruitment of talent should be verified by candidates and candidates shall be solely responsible to conduct such verification. Any candidate/individual who relies on the erroneous representations made by fraudulent employment agencies does so at their own risk, and HPE disclaims liability for any damages or claims that may result from any such communication.

Skills Required

  • Master or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent.
  • 5-8 years related experience in networking, embedded systems, or high-performance security platforms.
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
  • Experience with Unix/Linux environments and hardware-software integration.
  • Experience developing software for multi-core embedded platforms, including network interfaces and protocol handling.
  • Strong understanding of OS internals, virtualization, computer architecture, and system-level debugging.
  • Knowledge of software testing methodologies, test plan execution, and debugging tools.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate and mentor others.
  • Familiarity with Open Networking in the Cloud (SONiC).
  • Experience with Link Layer protocols such as LACP, LLDP, EAPOL.
  • Experience with Broadcom and/or Marvell SDKs for switching or network-interface subsystems.
  • Experience with AI tools for coding assistance (e.g., Copilot) and knowledge of AI/ML techniques for predicting errors.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hewlett Packard Enterprise and has not been reviewed or approved by Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

  • Parental & Family Support HPE is associated with extensive paid parental leave and transition options that allow a part-time return for an extended period, alongside supports like adoption and fertility resources. Family-oriented programs such as backup care are also part of the package, reinforcing day-to-day caregiving support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing offerings include always-available virtual counseling, mindfulness resources, and fitness access, positioning mental health support as a visible benefit. “Wellness Fridays” and paid volunteer time add lifestyle-oriented time flexibility beyond standard PTO.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits include a 401(k) match, alongside standard insurance coverage, which provides a baseline level of long-term financial support. An employee stock purchase option is also described, adding an additional savings mechanism for participants.

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The Company
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85,422 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

In 1939, Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard, college friends turned business partners, started the original Silicon Valley startup in the space of a rented Palo Alto garage. Starting with audio oscillators, the friends built the foundation for a company that would grow to become a global leader in enterprise technology. More than 75 years later, our success is exemplified through our employees’ drive to advance ideas that bring meaningful innovations to life for our customers and partners around the globe. We are guided by our mission to help customers use technology to turn ideas into value, and empower them to transform industries, markets and lives. We simplify Hybrid IT, power the Intelligent Edge and provide the expertise to make it all happen.

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