Hewlett Packard Enterprise · 3 months ago
Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Networking & C/C++
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$152K/yr - $349K/yr
12+ years expHewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. They are seeking a Senior Staff Engineer for their PTX Series Routers Packet Forwarding team, responsible for developing software that forwards data packets across high-performance routers and switches. The role involves architecting and developing packet forwarding features, collaborating with product managers, and engaging with customers.
Data CenterEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyIT ManagementNetwork Security
Responsibilities
Architect & develop Packet Forwarding Features for PTX Series Routers - - IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6, Multicast, GRE, LAG and Tunneling Features
Work with Product Line Managers to understand Packet Forwarding Features and translate to implementation
Work with Test Teams to qualify and deliver high quality products
Engage with Customers
Participate in Industry Forums
Work on sustaining existing features
Qualification
Required
A minimum of BS in CS/EE with 12 years of work experience. MS degree is a plus
At least 8 years of experience with 'C' Programming
At least 3 years of experience with 'C++' Programming
Strong fundamental computer science skills like algorithms, data structures, operating systems
Hands on experience in Linux and Python
Work as a team player
Preferred
A minimum of 3 years of experience with Packet Forwarding Software Development
Some prior work/project experience in L3 Forwarding, MPLS, Multicast, SRv6, SR/SR-TE or Tunneling Features
A minimum of 3 years of experience in developing object oriented in C++, Python, CoPilot Development
Benefits
Health & Wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development
Unconditional Inclusion
Company
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is an edge-to-cloud company that uses comprehensive solutions to accelerate business outcomes.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.85BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.
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Leadership Team
Antonio Neri
President & CEO
Fidelma Russo
EVP & GM, Hybrid Cloud and Chief Technology Officer
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