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Senior Software Engineer - Packet Forwarding Software

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Open · verified Oct 24, 2026
Sunnyvale Full-time Senior Software Engineering

At a glance

Senior Software Engineering role at Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Sunnyvale · full-time · $136,500–$276,500 base.

SalaryStated by Hewlett Packard Enterprise
$136,500 – $276,500
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from Hewlett Packard EnterpriseOur estimate for the market: $177,125–$210,950Median $201,500
The range includes the market median of $201,500 for senior software engineering roles in Sunnyvale.
Worked out from 30 postings that stated pay, median $201,500. Last updated Oct 9, 2026.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationSunnyvale
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$136,500–$276,500
PostedSep 10, 2026 · 6w ago
Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Design and build packet-forwarding capabilities for PTX routers, including IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6 and multicast
  • Turn feature needs from product line managers into software implementations
  • Coordinate with test teams to validate releases and deliver reliable products
  • Talk with customers, take part in industry forums and maintain existing features

What you bring

  • A computer science or electrical engineering bachelor's degree and at least eight years of professional experience
  • At least six years programming in C and two years using C++
  • Strong grounding in algorithms, data structures and operating systems, plus practical Linux and Python experience

Who this fits

This senior engineering role suits someone focused on packet-forwarding software and hands-on development. You’ll work from an HPE office an average of two days each week in a hybrid arrangement.

From the employer

Senior Software Engineer - Packet Forwarding Software

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement 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. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

About the Position:

If you are using the Internet, your data traffic is likely going through a HPE product, and HPE’s PTX Series Routers Packet Forwarding team is responsible for developing the software that forwards your data packets as they traverse the network. This software is deployed across the globe in high-performance routers and switches that drive the largest and fastest public Cloud, Service Provider, and Mobile networks. The PTX Series Routers Packet Forwarding software team is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer.

Responsibilities:

  • Architect & develop Packet Forwarding Features for PTX Series Routers - - IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, SRv6, Multicast, GRE, LAG and Tunneling Features

  • Work with Product Line Managers to understand Packet Forwarding Features and translate to implementation

  • Work with Test Teams to qualify and deliver high quality products

  • Engage with Customers

  • Participate in Industry Forums

  • Work on sustaining existing features

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A minimum of BS in CS/EE with 8 years of work experience. MS degree is a plus.

  • At least 6 years of experience with 'C' Programming

  • At least 2 years of experience with 'C++' Programming

  • Strong fundamental computer science skills like algorithms, data structures, operating systems

  • Hands on experience in Linux and Python

  • Work as a team player

What We Can Offer You:

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 know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

Let's Stay Connected:

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Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

TCP_04

"The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
– United States of America: Annual Salary USD 136,500 - 276,500 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."

Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html

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. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.

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

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.

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All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.

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