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Principal Engineer, Switch Abstraction Interface (SAI)

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company in, Westford, Massachusetts, us, 01886

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Principal Engineer, Switch Abstraction Interface (SAI) Designs, develops, troubleshoots and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet‑related tools. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design.

Contributions have visible technical impact on a product or major subcomponent. Applies in‑depth professional knowledge and innovative ideas to solve complex problems. Visible contributions improve time‑to‑market, achieve cost reductions, or satisfy current and future unmet customer needs. Recognized internal authority on key technology area applying innovative principles and ideas. Provides technical leadership for significant project/program work. Leads or participates in cross‑functional initiatives and contributes to mentorship and knowledge sharing across the organization.

Responsibilities

Software design, implementation and bring‑up of SAI (switch abstraction interface) on HPE's PTX platform and EXPRESS Chipset

Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.

Provides guidance and mentoring to less‑experienced staff members to set an example of software systems design and development innovation and excellence.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent.

Typically 10+ years experience.

Knowledge & Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to concisely convey ideas and work with other team members.

Proficient in C, C++, and asynchronous event‑driven software.

Knowledgeable about SAI or P4.

Experience with Linux network application development, KLM's, and UIO‑based drivers.

Experience with TCP/IP, routing, packet forwarding, VLAN's, LAG's, QoS, telemetry, and gNMI.

Familiarity with open source, including git, SONiC, Redis, Kafka, and other pub/sub messaging protocols.

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 their 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 have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

Job Details Job: Engineering Job Level: TCP_05

States with Pay Range Requirement The expected salary/wage range for a U.S.‑based hire filling this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.

USD Annual Salary: $152,000.00 – $349,000.00

Equal Employment Opportunity HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/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, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.

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