Senior Staff Engineer - Protocol Development

This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Job Description:

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 expert subject matter knowledge to manage staff activities in solving most complex business/technical issues within established policies. Manages activities of exempt individual contributors (typically Expert/Master) and/or MG1s. Has accountability for a large multi-department area(s) or location(s) with significant impact on business unit results and organizational strategy. Acts as a key advisor to senior management on the development of overall policies and long-term goals of the organization. Plans, manages, and monitors high-end operational/tactical activities of Staff. Staff members' primary focus is on either high-end tactical or broad strategic issues or a combination of both. Recruits and supports development of direct staff members. Position typically reports to Director or above.

Additional Guidance/Criteria: Manages and controls activities within a sub-region or Region; Typically manages 10 or more direct reports. Span of Control guidelines may differ from these numbers.

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Staff Engineer to join our switching product development team in Bangalore. In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing Layer-2 networking features for our cutting-edge switching platforms. You will take end-to-end ownership of software development across the entire product lifecycle, from requirements gathering and architecture to implementation, testing, and delivery.

What you'll do:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Layer-2 networking software for Juniper’s switching product lines.

• Collaborate with product management and cross-functional engineering teams to translate product requirements into detailed functional and architectural specifications.

• Lead and contribute to the design, development, and unit testing of Layer-2 protocols and related system components including device drivers and kernel modules.

• Ensure seamless integration of new features into existing systems with robust performance and maintainability.

• Drive debugging, profiling, and optimization of complex systems, ensuring reliable operation in real-world network environments.

• Partner with system and solution test teams to develop comprehensive test strategies and assist in validation of features in production-like conditions.

• Act as a technical mentor and guide for junior engineers, contributing to a high-performance engineering culture.

What you need to bring:

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in software development in networking systems with a strong focus on Layer-2 and Layer-3 technologies.

• Deep expertise in C/C++ programming, with strong skills in data structures, algorithms, and OS internals.

• Proven experience developing software on Linux, FreeBSD, or similar UNIX-based systems.

• In-depth knowledge of Layer-2 networking protocols including but not limited to:

• STP, RSTP, MSTP

• LACP, LLDP

• MVRP, MACSec (802.1AE), MKA

• 802.1X, VLANs, L2 switching

• EVPN, VXLAN (desirable)

• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and debugging skills in complex networked environments.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills; ability to clearly articulate complex technical designs and tradeoffs.

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with network ASIC SDKs, control plane/data plane integration, or platform software.

• Familiarity with network simulation, traffic generators, or test automation frameworks.

• Exposure to open-source networking stacks and open standards development (e.g., IEEE, IETF).

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}

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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Job:

Engineering

Job Level:

Manager_2

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