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# Senior Software Engineer - Packet Forwarding Software

- **Company:** Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $136,500.0 - $276,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Data Structures, Linux, IPv4, IPv6, Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Multicasting, Software Engineering, Wireless Networks, Network Switches, Network Routers, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-software-engineer-packet-forwarding-software-sunnyvale-ca--e3036e52-1cb8-476e-8f17-9e29ac3a816c

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Hewlett-Packard Product Family, Analysis Skills, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Software Development, Network Switching, Network Routers, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Network Software, * 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

## Description

Senior Software Engineer - Packet Forwarding SoftwareThis role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office., 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., * 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