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Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Principal System Embedded Engineer for their SONiC platform, focusing on the design and development of networking software. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in SONiC development, strong programming skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a hybrid work environment.
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Job Summary
This role involves designing and optimizing carrier-class networking software on the SONiC platform within a hybrid work model requiring two days onsite at an HPE office.
The successful candidate will contribute to the SONiC open-source ecosystem while developing critical forwarding features and drivers for high-performance data planes.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise offers comprehensive health benefits, professional development programs, and a culture that values varied backgrounds and inclusive innovation.
Matching Summary
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Principal System Embedded Engineer for their SONiC platform, focusing on the design and development of networking software. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in SONiC development, strong programming skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a hybrid work environment.
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Salary
Base: USD 172,000 - 349,000 annually (California); Bonus/Equity: Variable incentives may be offered; Benefits: Comprehensive suite supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
SONiC network operating system development
SAI interface and ASIC integration
L2/L3 protocol stack implementation
FRR open routing stack experience
Redis DB and Docker containerization
Python and C/C++ proficiency
Linux kernel driver development
Nice-to-have
Contributions to SONiC open-source community
Experience with Broadcom or Marvell ASICs
Cloud architecture and DevOps fluency
Security-first mindset in design
Cross-functional collaboration skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
Minimum 10 years of total work experience
At least 1 year of hands-on SONiC development experience
Demonstrated feature contributions to SONiC open-source community