Software Engineer, HP Enterprise

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, software testing, or networking technologies
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals, including:
• TCP
• UDP
• IPv4
• IPv6
• Experience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks
• Hands-on programming or scripting experience with:
• Python
• Perl
• Robot Framework
• Or similar automation technologies
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies and software testing best practices
• Experience writing and executing functional, regression, integration, system, and performance test plans
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and debugging skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional engineering teams
• Service Provider Networks
• ARP
• L3VPN
• EVPN
• Experience testing routing, switching, or network virtualization platforms
• Passion for building high-quality networking software and automation solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex distributed systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Software Development, Test Engineering, and Product teams
• A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in expanding automation capabilities and improving engineering efficiency
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Desirable

• HPE is seeking a Software Engineer 3 to join our Networking Engineering team in Westford, MA. In this role, you will contribute to the development, validation, and testing of next-generation networking software solutions that power enterprise, data center, and service provider environments
• You will collaborate closely with Software Development, Test Engineering, and Product teams to design comprehensive test strategies, develop automation frameworks, validate new features, and ensure high-quality software releases
• This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex networking challenges, building scalable test automation, and working across the full software development lifecycle
• Design, develop, troubleshoot, and validate software enhancements and new networking features
• Lead software testing efforts, including feature qualification, scale, migration, certification, interoperability, and end-to-end solution testing
• Analyze network topologies, technical specifications, RFCs, and design documentation to develop comprehensive test plans
• Partner with Software Development and Test Engineering teams to evaluate test coverage, identify gaps, and improve overall product quality
• Design customer-focused test plans based on real-world deployment scenarios and solution requirements
• Develop, execute, and automate test cases using industry-standard automation frameworks and scripting languages
• Investigate, troubleshoot, document, and track software defects through resolution while collaborating with engineering teams
• Contribute to the design and enhancement of automated test frameworks, tools, and infrastructure
• Provide detailed technical analysis for software defects, including root cause analysis, workarounds, and recommendations
• Communicate project status, testing progress, and technical findings with engineering teams, product management, and other stakeholders