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# Software Engineer - Embedded (RIS)

- **Company:** Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $105,500.0 - $213,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Adobe Flash, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Device Drivers, FreeBSD, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Routing, Object-Oriented Software Development, PCI Express, System Software, CPLD, Serial Peripheral Interface, System Availability, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://hpe.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Jobsathpe/job/Sunnyvale-California-United-States-of-America/Software-Engineer---Embedded--RIS-_1212127-3

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 4 years of experience. Master's degree is a plus.
 * Minimum of 2 years of experience in C programming.
 * At least 2 years of experience in C++ programming.
 * Strong hands-on experience with Linux.
 * Proven ability to maintain and enhance existing software features.
 * Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * 2+ years of experience with object-oriented development in C/C++/Python.
 * Exposure to routing and forwarding software is a strong plus.
 * Familiarity with hardware-level components and protocols such as:
 * Optics, PCIe, SPI, I2C, Retimers, FPGA, CPLD, MDIO, Flash Drivers
 * Experience with device drivers, system bring-up, and FreeBSD/Linux internals

## Description

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office., We are looking for a talented and driven Software Engineer to join our Platform Software Team at HPE. In this role, you will contribute to the development of cutting-edge platform software that powers the next generation of HPE routers., * Platform Infrastructure Development: Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure software components such as Routing Engine Redundancy, High Availability features, chassis and line card operations, fabric interconnects, and optical module integration.

 * Diagnostics Software: Develop and deliver robust diagnostics tools to ensure the reliability and performance of HPE routers.
 * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with system and solution test teams to ensure high-quality product and solution delivery.
 * Customer Support: Partner with the HPE Technical Assistance Center to provide engineering support for critical customer escalations and successful deployments.


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