Job Description

Software Engineering Manager


This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with an expectation 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.

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Job Family Definition:


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.

Management Level Definition:


Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to manage staff activities in solving common and complex business/technical issues within established policies. Manages exempt individual contributors and/or supervisors. Has accountability for results of a major program in terms of cost, direction and people management. Provides guidance on process improvements and recommends changes in alignment with business tactics and strategy for area of responsibility. Plans, manages and monitors operational/tactical activities of Staff. Staff members' work may involve strategic issues. Recruits and supports development of direct staff members. Typically reports to MG2 or Director.



Additional guidance/criteria: Manages and controls activities within a single country or a sub-region which is part of a larger geographical Region; Manages at least 4 employees and typically between 8 and 15 direct reports. Span of Control guidelines may differ from these numbers.

About the Role

We are seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented Software Engineering Manager to lead our ACX Packet Forwarding Engine (PFE) Team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical foundation in networking technologies and extensive leadership experience in routing/switching product development.


As part of the ACX team, you will help shape the next generation of converged IP/MPLS and optical transport solutions, driving the future of scalable, virtualized, carrier-grade platforms.

What You'll Do

Lead a high-performing engineering team focused on the design, development, and delivery of packet forwarding features. Drive quality and process adherence across development cycles. Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, system software, and QA teams. Mentor and grow team members through coaching, guidance, and career development. Drive root-cause analysis and problem resolution for complex field and lab issues.

What you need to bring:

Experience: 10+ years in networking, preferably with a router or switch company. Leadership: Proven track record leading PFE or data plane engineering teams. Technical Depth: Strong in one or more of the following: OAM (LFM, CFM/Y.1731, BFD, RFC2544, Y.1564, TWAMP), LACP, VRRP, EVPN, VPLS. Architecture Expertise: Solid understanding of router/switch architecture and system-level design. ASIC Knowledge: Hands-on experience with Broadcom ASICs (Qumran, Jericho, etc.) is a strong plus. Development Skills: Proficient in C/C++, core debugging, and performance tuning; familiarity with system-level software design. Problem Solving: Experience troubleshooting complex deployments, analyzing core dumps, and handling real-world network issues. Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.

Bonus Skills

Knowledge of any one of the technologies such as Ethernet OAM (Y.1731 SLM/DM, LFM, Y.1564) IP OAM (TWAMP, RFC 2544), LACP, VRRP, EVPN, VPLS. Familiarity with system architecture for network processor-based products. Strong foundation in computer architecture and data structures.

Additional Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning (Inactive), Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Agile Scrum Development, Analytical Thinking, Bias, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity {+ 5 more}

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.

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