System Software Solutions Testing Manager

This role has been designed as “Onsite” with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office. This role requires being on site in Roseville, California 2+ days a week.

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Networking Solution Testing Manager to lead our testing efforts for networking solutions, including traditional and modern Layer 2/3 architectures. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, a deep understanding of networking protocols and architectures, and proven leadership capabilities. This role involves developing comprehensive testing strategies, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, managing customer escalations, and driving continuous improvements to ensure the delivery of high‑quality networking solutions that meet customer needs and industry standards.

• Lead and manage a team of networking test engineers, setting clear priorities aligned with organizational goals.
• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive testing strategies for networking solutions, including traditional and modern Layer 2/3 architectures.
• Drive testing efforts involving protocols such as BGP, OSPF, VXLAN/EVPN, multicast, IPv6, and security policies.
• Coordinate network automation and AI-driven testing tools to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
• Collaborate with development, product management, and cloud teams to define testing requirements and ensure high-quality releases.
• Document issues thoroughly, including reproduction steps and desired behavior, and work with cross‑functional teams to resolve bugs and improve product stability.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving escalated incidents for high‑profile customers, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
• Identify opportunities for automation, self‑service support, and documentation enhancements to empower customers and streamline support processes.
• Stay current with emerging networking technologies, automation frameworks, and industry best practices.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Networking, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience (including 2+ years of people management experience) in the networking industry, focusing on solution validation, testing, or related roles.
• Proven experience in networking automation or software quality assurance related to data center architectures.
• Strong background in testing or configuring traditional and modern L2/L3 network architectures utilizing BGP, OSPF, VXLAN/EVPN, security policies.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud management workflows and cloud environments.
• Expertise in UNIX/Linux environments, including Bash/Unix Shell Scripting.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols such as EVPN, Microsegmentation, IPv6, multicast, telemetry, and YANG models.
• Experience working with network automation and AI-driven tools to enhance testing and operations.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership and management of technical teams, with a strong track record of team development, coaching, team‑building, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively conveying complex technical information to diverse audiences and stakeholders, including cross‑functional collaboration with development, product management, and customer support teams.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in…