Senior Software Engineer; Networking, Python, C​/C++

Senior Software Engineer (Networking, Python, C/C++)

Hybrid role based in Sunnyvale, CA. Expectation to work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

• Perform requirements analysis, design, implementation, unit testing, and maintenance of software modules.
• Participate in design and functional specification reviews.
• Contribute to performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability of features.
• Design, document, and execute unit and integration test cases, and automate testing using frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and architects across geographically distributed locations.
• Work closely with product development and business unit architecture teams to align solutions with customer priorities and industry standards (IETF/IEEE).
• Build strong relationships with senior leadership to translate business objectives into project deliverables.
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer‑reported issues, providing root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Contribute to white papers, patents, and IETF standards in relevant technical areas.

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in EE/CS with 8+ years of relevant Layer 2/Layer 3 networking experience.
• Expertise in C/C++ programming, data structures, and debugging.
• Familiarity with Python and Robot framework for test automation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills for diagnosing and resolving complex issues.
• Self‑starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

• Layer 2 technologies: 802.1Q VLAN bridging, VPLS, EVPN, VXLAN, MPLS, MC‑LAG, OAM.
• Protocols: LLDP, LACP, STP, LFM, CFM, VRRP, ERP, MVRP, TCP, IPv4/IPv6, UDP, OSPF, BGP.

• Competitive salary: USD 136,500 – 276,500 (California) with variable incentives.
• Health & Wellbeing benefits.
• Personal & Professional Development opportunities.
• Unconditional Inclusion – inclusive workplace culture.
• Information about employee benefits can be found at

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Veteran, Disabled, and LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

HPE is an E‑Verify employer.