Software Engineer – Solution Testing (L2-L7 protocols)

Software Engineer – Solution Testing (L2-L7 protocols)This role has been designed as ‘’Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Job Description:

About the Role:
We are looking for a high-energy Network Solutions Engineer to join our world-class testing team. In this role, you won’t just be "finding bugs"—you’ll be the bridge between engineering and our most strategic customers. You will design complex network topologies, simulate real-world traffic, and leverage AI-driven automation to ensure our releases are rock-solid for global deployment.

What You'll Do:

• Solution Strategy: Collaborate with field engineers and customers to dissect complex deployment architectures. Translate these into comprehensive test strategies and real-world use cases.

• End-to-End Validation: Build large-scale network topologies to certify software releases, ensuring they meet the high-performance demands of our customer environments.

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Drive deep-dive investigations into field issues to identify coverage gaps and prevent future regressions.

• Strategic Support: Lead technical Customer POCs (Proof of Concepts), respond to RFPs, and act as the final line of defense for critical customer escalations.

• Automation Innovation: Design and maintain modular Python APIs and libraries. Integrate AI-based testing methodologies to improve execution efficiency and predictive analysis.

What You Need To Bring:

• Expert Networking Knowledge: Deep understanding of IP fundamentals (ARP, ICMP, TCP/UDP, DNS, DHCP).

• Routing & Switching: Hands-on experience with IP Routing (BGP, OSPF, RIP, MPLS) and Multicast protocols (IGMP, IGMP-Snooping, PIM).

• Architectural Depth: Deep understanding of network system architectures, including hardware-software decoupling, line card/chassis interactions, and control plane vs. data plane separation.

• Solution Design: Proven ability to understand how diverse networking components integrate to form end-to-end solutions (e.g., Data Center Fabric, ISP Core, or SD-WAN).

• Deployment Expertise: Knowledge of real-world deployment models for Service providers, Telco, Cloud provider & DataCenter environments.

• Traffic Generation: Proficiency in using industry-standard tools like Spirent or IXIA to simulate high-scale traffic and stress-test protocols.

• Advanced Automation: In-depth Python programming skills with experience building modular test automation frameworks from scratch.

• Next-Gen Testing: Exposure to AI/ML-based automation techniques to bring intelligent efficiency to the testing lifecycle.

• Certifications: While not mandatory, holding a JNCIE or CCIE is a significant advantage and highly preferred.

Keys to Success in This Role:

• A problem-solver who enjoys breaking things to understand how to make them better.

• A clear communicator who can explain complex technical gaps to both developers and customers.

• An automation enthusiast who believes manual testing is a last resort.

Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Agile Scrum Development, Analytical Thinking, Bias, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity {+ 5 more}

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 catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. 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.

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Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

TCP_01

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