Senior Systems/ Software Engineer (Python Automation, L2/L3 Features, SONiC NOS)

Senior Systems/ Software Engineer (Python Automation, L2/L3 Features, SONiC NOS) This role has been designed as ‘’Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

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Job Family Definition: Designs, develops, troubleshoots and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet-related tools. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design. Management Level Definition: Contributions impact technical components of HPE products, solutions, or services regularly and sustainable. Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Provides expertise and partnership to functional and technical project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine best method for achieving objectives. May provide team leadership and mentoring to others.

Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans to validate SONiC functionality on Broadcom-based switching platforms. Validate advanced L2/L3 features including  BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, QinQ , and  multicast . Test and verify  SAI (Switch Abstraction Interface)  integration and ASIC driver behavior. Automate functional, regression, scale, and performance test cases using  Python  and  Robot Framework . Perform deep-dive debugging across ASIC, NOS, and control/data plane layers. Collaborate with the SONiC open-source community to contribute fixes, enhancements, and upstream improvements. Validate optical modules across various speeds, breakout configurations, and transceiver management protocols (e.g.,  CMIS ,  DOM ). What you need to bring: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in  Electronics ,  Computer Science , or a related field. 10 years of experience in  network software or hardware testing . Strong understanding of  L2/L3 networking protocols  and  switch/router architecture . Hands-on experience with  SONiC NOS  and  SAI-based architectures . Proficiency in  Python  and experience with test automation frameworks such as  Robot Framework . Solid grasp of SONiC architecture, including  SAI ,  FRR ,  Redis DB ,  Docker , and  Minigraph . Familiarity with SDKs such as  SDKLT  or  OpenNSL  is a strong plus. Experience with traffic generators like  Spirent  or  IxNetwork . Proficient with tools such as  Git ,  Jenkins ,  Docker , and lab-based testbed environments. Strong analytical, debugging, and documentation skills. Contributions to SONiC or other open-source networking projects are highly valued. Exposure to  telemetry ,  gNMI ,  OpenConfig , and  YANG/Netconf/REST API  testing. Accessibility HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here . Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation