Platform Software Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

. Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software programs for enhancements and new products in high-performance networking and security systems .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,500 - $253,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development for high-performance networking and security systems, with strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python. Proficient in collaborating across teams and mentoring others while maintaining a focus on system-level debugging and hardware-software integration.

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C/C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingNetworking Systems DevelopmentEmbedded Systems ExperienceUnix/Linux Environments

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentNetwork Interface ProtocolsSecurity Functions DevelopmentSystem-Level DebuggingTest Plan ExecutionMulti-Core Embedded PlatformsOS InternalsVirtualizationHardware-Software IntegrationLog-Driven Debugging

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaborationMentoringHigh-Performance Engineering Culture

Tools & Technologies

Broadcom SDKMarvell SDKAI Tools for Coding AssistanceDebugging Tools

Industry Keywords

High-Performance NetworkingSecurity SystemsLink Layer ProtocolsEmbedded SystemsComputer Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonSwitchingUnixC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software programs for enhancements and new products in high-performance networking and security systems
Develop software for operating systems, network subsystems, routing engines, security modules, utilities, embedded platforms, and Internet-related tools
Determine hardware compatibility and influence hardware design for network interface and link layer protocols
Design enhancements, updates, and programming changes for networking system software, operating systems, networking components, and security functions
Develop and maintain network interfaces, protocols, security functions, and underlying SoC SDKs or drivers
Analyze design requirements, define coding and integration activities, and contribute to architectural reviews
Execute and contribute to test plans, verification protocols, and documentation
Debug issues and propose improvements
Collaborate with hardware, QA, system test, and customer-facing teams
Investigate complex field issues through log-driven debugging, system-level analysis, and cross-layer collaboration
Support sustaining engineering through maintenance and enhancement of existing features
Provide technical guidance and coordinate with team members and cross-functional partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Information Systems
5–8 years of experience in networking, embedded systems, or high-performance security platforms
Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python
Strong experience working with switches, routers, and security systems
Experience developing software for multi-core embedded platforms, including network interfaces, protocol handling, and security processing
Strong understanding of OS internals, virtualization, computer architecture, and system-level debugging
Experience with Unix/Linux environments and hardware–software integration
Knowledge of software testing methodologies, including test plan execution and debugging tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively, mentor others, and contribute to a high-performance engineering culture
Preferred: Experience with Link Layer protocols such as LACP, LLDP, EAPOL, etc.
Preferred: Experience with Broadcom and/or Marvell SDKs for switching or network-interface subsystems
Preferred: Experience with AI tools for coding assistance and intelligent debugging
Preferred: Knowledge of AI/ML techniques for predicting potential software or hardware errors

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
Personal and professional development programs
Flexible work arrangements to manage work and personal needs
Hybrid work arrangement