System Software Specialist

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

. Design enhancements, updates, and programming changes for portions and subsystems of systems software .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $253,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software systems design, including strong C programming and Linux scripting skills, while effectively leading project teams and mentoring junior staff. Proficient in analyzing and debugging code, developing testing plans, and collaborating with internal and external partners to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

C Programming ExperienceLinux Scripting SkillsSoftware Systems Design ToolsSoftware Testing MethodologyEmbedded System Architecture

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Hard Skills

C ProgrammingLinux ScriptingSoftware Systems DesignDebuggingTest Plans ExecutionProtocol AnalysisNetwork AnalyzersEmbedded System DesignRDMA Verbs ProgrammingOperating System Concepts

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

WiresharkPacket Capture DevicesInfiniBand

Industry Keywords

Software Systems EngineeringSystem Fabric MessagingArchitecture of Software SystemsIntegration ActivitiesCollaboration with Development Partners

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Linux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design enhancements, updates, and programming changes for portions and subsystems of systems software
Analyze designs and determine coding, programming, and integration activities based on product or solution architecture
Write and execute testing plans, protocols, and documentation
Identify and debug code and integration issues and create solutions
Lead project teams of software systems engineers and internal and outsourced development partners
Develop reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions for assigned systems portions or subsystems
Collaborate with management, internal teams, and outsourced development partners on software systems design status, project progress, and issue resolution
Represent the software systems engineering team during larger and more complex development projects
Provide guidance and mentoring to less-experienced staff members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent
Typically 6-8 years experience
Expertise in multiple software systems design tools and languages
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Experience in overall architecture of software systems for products and solutions
Strong C programming experience
Linux scripting skills
Experience or understanding of software systems design tools and languages
Understanding of design for software systems running on multiple platform types
Experience evaluating software systems testing and methodology, including writing and execution of test plans, debugging, and testing scripts and tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Mastery in English and local language
Knowledge of Linux Kernel development considered a strong advantage
Knowledge of InfiniBand and programming with RDMA Verbs considered a strong advantage
Background in embedded system architecture/design and code considered a strong advantage
Knowledge of protocol analysis, network analysers, packet capture devices, or Wireshark considered a strong advantage
Understanding of operating system concepts and system fabric messaging concepts considered a strong advantage

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
Inclusive workplace and accessibility accommodations
Variable incentives may also be offered