System Software Specialist

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

. Design enhancements, updates, and programming changes for portions and subsystems of systems software, including operating systems, compilers, networking, utilities, databases, and Internet-related tools .

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 complex software systems, with a solid understanding of testing methodologies and architecture across multiple platforms.

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C Programming ExperienceLinux Scripting SkillsSoftware Systems Design ToolsSoftware Systems Testing MethodologyProject Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software Systems DesignC ProgrammingLinux ScriptingDebuggingTesting PlansIntegration ActivitiesArchitecture AnalysisProtocol AnalysisEmbedded System ArchitectureNetwork Analyzers

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WiresharkInfiniBandRDMA VerbsPacket Capture DevicesSystem Fabric Messaging

Industry Keywords

Operating SystemsCompilersDatabasesInternet-Related ToolsSoftware Systems Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Linux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design enhancements, updates, and programming changes for portions and subsystems of systems software, including operating systems, compilers, networking, utilities, databases, and Internet-related tools
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 and internal and outsourced development partners on software systems design status, project progress, and issue resolution
Represent the software systems engineering team throughout 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
Understanding of software systems design tools and languages
Understanding of software systems running on multiple platform types
Experience with software systems testing methodology, including writing and executing test plans, debugging, and testing scripts and tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Mastery in English and local language
Ability to communicate product architectures, design proposals, and negotiate options at senior management levels
Knowledge of Linux Kernel development, InfiniBand, RDMA Verbs, embedded system architecture/design and code, protocol analysis, network analysers, packet capture devices, or Wireshark, 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
Career development opportunities
Flexible work and personal needs management
Inclusive workplace
Variable incentives may also be offered