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Systems/Software Engineer III

Pay: $125,500 – $253,000 per year
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Listed: 3 days ago

About the role

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Responsibilities

The candidate will work closely with product marketing, software and hardware development teams to review design specification, then develop functional test plan for review. This candidate is also responsible to execute test cases, report issues in bug track system, debug issues with development for resolution, and automate test cases, and integrate automated scripts for regression.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires M.S. in Computer Engineering or a BS in CS/EE with 6+ years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong programming fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, GoLang.
Understanding of operating systems (Linux) and computer networking concepts.
Experience in various test methodologies white box, black box, solution testing is desirable.
Routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, Multicast, MPLS, RSVP, L2VPN, L3VPN, VPLS.. etc.)
FreeBSD/LINUX/VM environments
Be a fast learner, proactive and able to handle multiple tasks efficiently while adopting to existing and newer technologies
Extensive experience with multiple software systems design tools and languages.
Validate the functional cases across the technology on networking products.
Execute test cases, report issues in bug track system, debug issues with development for resolution, and automate test cases, and integrate automated scripts for regression.
Deliver automated scripts using agile process and using strong programming fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute functional level, scale and performance test scenarios using automation
Understanding of L2/L3 protocols such as TCP/IP protocol suite, Ethernet switching (802.1D), 802.1p prioritization, VLAN (802.1Q), STP, LAG, MC-LAG, Virtual Chassis, IP Routing, Routing concepts, BGP, ISIS, OSPF, MPLS,Class-of-service (CoS), IP Multicast
Excellent understanding of Telemetry (OCST), SNMP.
Good skills in automation framework like ROBOT.
Automation programming skills (Python, Perl) network virtualization, containerization, and Software Defined Networking (SDN) knowledge is required.
Proficient in data serialization formats like YAML and JSON
Expertise in use of networking test equipment like Spirent and Ixia, including automation.
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.
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.

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.

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 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 125,500 - 253,000 in California

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

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.

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Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

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.

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