Senior Systems Software Engineer (Roseville,CA)

Senior Systems Software Engineer (Roseville,CA)This role has been designed as ‘’Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Job Description:

HPE is seeking a Sr. Systems Engineer to design, develop, troubleshoot and debug software programs for software enhancements and new products.

This person will develop software including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet-related tools. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design.

We are seeking this candidate to contribute impact technical components of HPE products, solutions, or services regularly and sustainable. Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Provides expertise and partnership to functional and technical project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine best method for achieving objectives. May provide team leadership and mentoring to others.

Location: Candidates will work on a hybrid scheduled in our Roseville, CA office.

Key Responsibilities

• Own a feature area end‑to‑end, including architecture, design, implementation, and delivery..
• Design, develop, debug, and maintain embedded software using C (required) on Linux‑based systems; Python for tooling and testing as needed..
• Perform architectural design, system planning, and feature‑level ownership aligned with overall product architecture..
• Break down work into tasks, coordinate execution, and lead feature delivery across the team..
• Conduct code reviews, ensure software quality, and mentor junior engineers..
• Write and execute test plans; debug integration issues and drive solutions..
• Collaborate with management and cross‑functional teams to communicate design status and resolve issues.

• Work as a hands on Technical Lead.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong proficiency in C and experience developing embedded software on Linux..
• Experience with system‑level design, architectural decision‑making, and feature ownership..
• Proven ability to lead technically while remaining hands‑on..
• Strong analytical, debugging, and communication skills..

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development experience (strongly desired).
• Networking experience in wired networking or switch platforms..
• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives..

• Ability to effectively use AI-assisted development tools to improve software design, coding efficiency, debugging, testing, and overall engineering productivity..

• Experience leveraging AI technologies to create, automate, or enhance software development workflows, tools, and processes while maintaining high standards of code quality and reliability..

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.

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."

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