Software Engineer III - RIS Test

Job Description

The Software Engineer III - RIS Test is responsible for developing, executing, and automating complex feature test plans within the BRAS domains. The individual will review MRDs, PDDs, and functional specifications for both assigned and peer‑owned features, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and alignment with product requirements. They will collaborate closely with Technical Publications to enhance product documentation and partner with Product Management to identify and validate real‑world deployment scenarios across diverse customer environments.

The role also involves supporting Beta teams during feature adoption, assisting with troubleshooting, and handling customer queries and escalations, including highly complex issues. In addition, the candidate will contribute to internal knowledge‑sharing initiatives, mentor team members across system testing areas, and deliver technical presentations on new and advanced features. A strong focus on continuous improvement is essential, including providing input to refine system test processes, proactively reducing Customer‑Found Defects (CFDs) through rigorous validation, and driving innovation through automation and GenAI‑based solutions.

• 5–8 years of experience in product/system testing (BRAS, EVPN, or related domains)
• Strong understanding of:
  • OSI model
  • TCP/IP protocols (ARP, IP, ICMP, IGMP, TCP, UDP, SNMP, FTP)
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • PPP, PPPoE, DHCP, HTTP, RADIUS, AA
  • L2TP, IGMP, GRE, 802.3ad
• Experience in one or more of the following:
  • IS‑IS, OSPF, BGP (including EVPN Control Plane)
  • QoS, Multicast, MPLS, VPLS
  • EVPN‑VXLAN / EVPN‑MPLS
  • ESI‑LAG / EVPN‑MH, DCI, L2
    
    VNI, L3
    
    VNI, VRF
• Exposure to CUPS (Control and User Plane Separation) architecture, including separation of control and data planes for scalability and independent lifecycle management, is preferred
• Strong automation skills:
  • Python, Robot Framework
  • Exposure to GenAI‑based automation is a plus
• Experience with test tools:
  • Ixia, Spirent
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Demonstrated ownership and accountability in feature delivery
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
• BE/ME/MCA in Computer Science, ECE, or related field

• 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 to help you reach any career goals you have.
• Unconditional Inclusion – We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness.
• Salary – Annual Salary USD 120, in Massachusetts.

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Veteran/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is an 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 qualified applicants with criminal histories.