Software Engineer (FreeBSD)
This role has been designed as ''Onsite' with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.
Job Description:We are seeking a Systems / Software Engineer to join the FreeBSD Operating System team within the HPE Networking division. In this role, you will design, develop, debug, and validate kernel and system-level software that powers HPE networking platforms at scale.
You will work on FreeBSD kernel, drivers, and platform software, enabling new hardware, improving reliability and performance, and solving complex system-level problems across software and hardware boundaries.
This role will be on-site in Sunnyvale, CA 2+ days a week. Current schedule is Tuesday/Thursday in office, with more days on-site as needed. Responsibilities- Design, develop, debug, and maintain FreeBSD kernel and system-level software
- Lead and contribute to platform bring-up and hardware enablement
- Analyze and resolve complex issues spanning kernel, drivers, hardware, and firmware
- Make sound architecture and design decisions to optimize performance, scalability, and reliability
- Review code and designs to ensure high quality, correctness, and maintainability
- Contribute to and improve test infrastructure and automation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including platform, hardware, QA, and architecture
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
Basic Qualifications- This role will be on-site in Sunnyvale 2+ days a week. Current schedule is Tuesday/Thursday in office, with more days on-site as needed.
- Typically 5+ years of experience in system-level software development
- Strong expertise in FreeBSD OS internals, kernel programming, and system software
- 5+ years of experience developing and validating kernel drivers and platform software
- 5+ years of Proven ability to debug complex issues across kernel, drivers, and hardware
- 5+ years of experience resulting in a strong proficiency in C/C++ and complex data structures
- Solid understanding of concurrency, multi-threading, IPC, and memory management
- Familiarity with TCP/IP networking, virtualization, or distributed systems is a plus
- Experience with test automation, including debugging failures and analyzing logs
- Scripting experience in Python, Rust, or similar languages
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
- Self-driven, proactive, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
What We Can Offer You:Health & WellbeingWe 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 DevelopmentWe 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 InclusionWe 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.
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Job:Engineering
Job Level:TCP_03
"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 120,500 - 243,000 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
