Principal Software Engineer, Storage

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

. Design, develop and own Go microservices and Kubernetes controllers/operators for cluster networking, network infrastructure management, and software distribution .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $157,000 - $361,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing Go microservices and Kubernetes controllers, with a strong focus on Linux networking and distributed systems. Proficient in automating network management and delivering resilient software solutions in complex environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Go (Golang) DevelopmentKubernetes Controllers/OperatorsLinux IP NetworkingDistributed Systems DesignTest Automation with Python

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Hard Skills

Go (Golang)KubernetesLinux NetworkingPythonGRPCTCP/IPVLANsObservabilityNetwork AutomationSoftware Packaging

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

PrometheusNetwork SwitchesAPIsContainer ImagesTLS

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure SystemsData-Center ManagementHigh-Performance NetworkingEnterprise StorageFirmware Upgrades

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudGRPCKubernetesLinuxMicroservicesNode.jsPrometheusPythonTCP/IPGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop and own Go microservices and Kubernetes controllers/operators for cluster networking, network infrastructure management, and software distribution
Develop host-level Linux networking software configuring interfaces, addressing and routing for highly available IPv4 and IPv6 client access
Automate configuration and lifecycle management of data-center network switches, including safe, recoverable firmware upgrades
Develop and maintain services that package, store and distribute software and container images for cluster installs and upgrades
Design distributed, highly available services resilient to node failures, restarts and partial upgrades
Review and evaluate designs and code for correctness, failure handling and testability
Develop automated unit, integration and system tests, including fault-injection testing
Troubleshoot customer escalations and field issues across Kubernetes, Linux networking and network infrastructure, turning findings into lasting product fixes
Collaborate with cross-functional storage, platform and cloud teams on designs spanning multiple components
Provide technical leadership for significant project/program work
Lead or participate in cross-functional initiatives
Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
Typically 10+ years experience developing production software, including significant experience with distributed or infrastructure systems
Strong professional experience developing in Go (Golang), including concurrency and testable design
Hands-on experience developing on Kubernetes, such as building controllers/operators and custom resources
Solid knowledge of Linux IP networking (TCP/IP, routing, VLANs, IPv6) and hands-on network troubleshooting
Experience with software packaging, distribution and upgrades, such as container images, registries and rolling updates
Experience designing distributed, highly available systems that tolerate partial failures
Proficiency in Python for test automation, tooling, and system setup scripts
Experience with RPC frameworks (e.g., gRPC), secure communications (TLS), and Linux system services
Excellent analytical, debugging and problem solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience automating data-center network switches through APIs or network automation tools
Experience orchestrating firmware or OS upgrades for network devices or appliances
Experience delivering software to on-premises or air-gapped environments
Knowledge of Kubernetes networking internals (e.g., CNI)
Background in enterprise storage, appliances or high-performance networking
Experience with observability (Prometheus metrics, structured logging) and supporting production systems in the field

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional wellbeing
Personal and professional development programs
Flexible work and personal needs management
Inclusive workplace
Reasonable accommodation during application or interview process for applicants with disabilities
Employee benefits information provided through HPE Rewards