Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Senior Software Engineer, Access Point Firmware
Hewlett Packard Enterprise, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Senior Software Engineer, Access Point Firmware
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Senior Software Engineer, Access Point Firmware
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise .
This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Who We Are Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge‑to‑cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here.
Responsibilities
Lead the design and architecture of WLAN solutions, ensuring scalability and performance.
Drive firmware development for new 802.11 access point hardware with minimal supervision.
Architect and implement high‑performance device drivers for wireless and wired networking.
Develop system software to collect, analyze, and distribute wireless statistics at scale.
Create intelligent software systems to dynamically manage large groups of wireless devices.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including hardware engineers and data analytics to define and shape innovative products.
Engage with customers and product managers to resolve complex issues and deliver strategic features.
Identify and lead opportunities for technical innovation that create significant customer value.
Develop and bring up firmware for new 802.11 access point hardware.
Design and implement high‑performance device drivers for wireless and wired networking.
Build system software to collect, analyze, and distribute wireless statistics.
Create software to dynamically manage large groups of wireless devices.
Collaborate with hardware engineers to define and shape new products.
Partner with data analytics teams to build intelligent, adaptive wireless networks.
Work closely with customers and product managers to resolve issues and deliver new features.
Proactively identify opportunities to create customer value through technical innovation.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience developing networking product software systems.
Deep knowledge of 802.11 fast roaming technology.
In‑depth understanding of 802.11/Wi‑Fi and wired networking protocols.
Strong proficiency in Linux and C programming.
Nice to have: Go‑Lang and Python.
Expertise across the embedded stack: bootloader, device drivers, kernel, and user space.
Security protocols and secure system design knowledge.
Broadcom or QCA wireless drivers for access points.
Persistent, creative, and solution‑oriented mindset.
Experience collaborating with machine learning and data science teams.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Self‑driven and proactive approach to problem solving and technical leadership.
Additional Skills
Cloud Architectures
Cross‑Domain Knowledge
Design Thinking
Development Fundamentals
DevOps
Distributed Computing
Microservices Fluency
Full Stack Development
Security‑First Mindset
Solutions Design
Testing & Automation
User Experience (UX)
Benefits Health & Wellbeing We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here.
Job Details Job Level: TCP_04 Salary Range: USD Annual $120,500.00 – $276,500.00
EEO Statement HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Veteran/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records.
Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer It has come to HPE’s attention that there has been an increase in recruitment fraud whereby scammers impersonate HPE or HPE‑authorized recruiting agencies and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates. HPE, its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. Any candidate who relies on fraudulent agencies does so at their own risk, and HPE disclaims liability for any damages or claims that may result from such communication.
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Senior Software Engineer, Access Point Firmware
role at
Hewlett Packard Enterprise .
This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Who We Are Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge‑to‑cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here.
Responsibilities
Lead the design and architecture of WLAN solutions, ensuring scalability and performance.
Drive firmware development for new 802.11 access point hardware with minimal supervision.
Architect and implement high‑performance device drivers for wireless and wired networking.
Develop system software to collect, analyze, and distribute wireless statistics at scale.
Create intelligent software systems to dynamically manage large groups of wireless devices.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including hardware engineers and data analytics to define and shape innovative products.
Engage with customers and product managers to resolve complex issues and deliver strategic features.
Identify and lead opportunities for technical innovation that create significant customer value.
Develop and bring up firmware for new 802.11 access point hardware.
Design and implement high‑performance device drivers for wireless and wired networking.
Build system software to collect, analyze, and distribute wireless statistics.
Create software to dynamically manage large groups of wireless devices.
Collaborate with hardware engineers to define and shape new products.
Partner with data analytics teams to build intelligent, adaptive wireless networks.
Work closely with customers and product managers to resolve issues and deliver new features.
Proactively identify opportunities to create customer value through technical innovation.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience developing networking product software systems.
Deep knowledge of 802.11 fast roaming technology.
In‑depth understanding of 802.11/Wi‑Fi and wired networking protocols.
Strong proficiency in Linux and C programming.
Nice to have: Go‑Lang and Python.
Expertise across the embedded stack: bootloader, device drivers, kernel, and user space.
Security protocols and secure system design knowledge.
Broadcom or QCA wireless drivers for access points.
Persistent, creative, and solution‑oriented mindset.
Experience collaborating with machine learning and data science teams.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Self‑driven and proactive approach to problem solving and technical leadership.
Additional Skills
Cloud Architectures
Cross‑Domain Knowledge
Design Thinking
Development Fundamentals
DevOps
Distributed Computing
Microservices Fluency
Full Stack Development
Security‑First Mindset
Solutions Design
Testing & Automation
User Experience (UX)
Benefits Health & Wellbeing We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here.
Job Details Job Level: TCP_04 Salary Range: USD Annual $120,500.00 – $276,500.00
EEO Statement HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Veteran/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records.
Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer It has come to HPE’s attention that there has been an increase in recruitment fraud whereby scammers impersonate HPE or HPE‑authorized recruiting agencies and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates. HPE, its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. Any candidate who relies on fraudulent agencies does so at their own risk, and HPE disclaims liability for any damages or claims that may result from such communication.
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