Solution Validation Engineer for Campus Fabric / Enterprise Networking
This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement 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.
What You'll Do
•Design, develop, execute, and troubleshoot test plans, test scripts, and validation solutions for Campus Fabric and Enterprise Networking solutions.
•Perform end-to-end testing and validation of VXLAN/EVPN, fabric workflows, network segmentation, and multi-node deployments.
•Test and troubleshoot 802.1X, access security, DHCP/DHCP security, multicast, and endpoint authentication workflows.
•Develop and enhance automation scripts to expand test coverage, improve efficiency, and streamline validation processes.
•Leverage AI-driven approaches to optimize test automation and improve testing efficiency.
•Collaborate closely with development teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve product issues, ensuring improved product quality.
•Investigate customer escalations, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend effective solutions or workarounds for issue mitigation.
•Provide technical recommendations and support in resolving common and complex networking issues.
•Take ownership of assigned projects, exercise independent judgment, and provide technical guidance to junior team members when required.
What You Will Bring
•Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or an equivalent discipline.
•6+ years of experience in Network System Testing, Quality Assurance (QA), or related networking roles.
•Strong hands-on experience with VXLAN/EVPN, Campus Fabric, and Enterprise Networking deployments.
•Solid understanding of network segmentation, fabric architectures, 802.1X, access security, DHCP/DHCP security, multicast, and endpoint authentication.
•Proficiency in developing test automation scripts using Python or similar programming languages.
•Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills, preferably with hands-on real-world testbed experience.
•Experience working with network traffic generators, packet analysis tools, and log debugging utilities.
•Ability to independently investigate complex technical issues and recommend effective solutions.
•Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with development teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
•Ability to manage assigned deliverables independently and provide technical guidance to junior professionals.
Accessibility
HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request via the secure accommodation form.
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 invest in your career, with specific programs catered to helping you reach your career goals, whether becoming a knowledge expert in your field or applying your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion — We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness, with the flexibility to manage work and personal needs.
