Principal Network Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

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Work type: Remote
Location: TX
Salary: $119,500–$275,000 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 94 roles within 25 mi

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This role $197k

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This role pays more than 57% of similar roles. Most pay $145,801–$208,800 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $197k versus about $177k for comparable roles.

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About Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is a global enterprise technology company providing servers, storage, networking, and hybrid cloud solutions along with advisory and operational services to enterprises worldwide. Industry: Enterprise Technology & Cloud Computing

Hewlett Packard Enterprise currently has 10 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $136,500–$275,000 across 10 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Network Engineer

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The Principal Network Engineer joins the Professional Services team as a dedicated Resident Engineer for a specific customer. In this role, you will serve as the primary technical contact and subject matter expert for data center networking technologies. You will perform daily tasks including network design, troubleshooting, hardware and software testing, and providing advanced break/fix support to restore services quickly. The position requires deep expertise in Juniper Networks technologies, specifically Junos and Junos EVO features across QFX, PTX, MX, and EX series hardware. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Python for test automation, experience with engineering design tools, and a background in routing, switching, and network architecture. You will also mentor junior staff and ensure project compliance with established standards while integrating new technologies into existing infrastructure designs.

What does a Network Engineer earn?

Median $150000 from 91 postings across 23 companies.

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Skills

Juniper Networks Junos Python Data Center Networking Routing Switching Network Architecture QFX PTX MX EX Test Automation DevOps Cloud Architectures Distributed Computing Microservices Full Stack Development

What you'll do

Serve as a subject matter expert for data center networking technologies, including design, troubleshooting, and automation.
Provide primary technical support for break/fix activities using advanced diagnostic skills to restore services quickly.
Advise customers on best practices for Junos configurations and network design.
Review and evaluate project designs for compliance with technology and development standards.
Integrate new technologies into engineering projects and designs to drive innovation.
Mentor and guide junior staff members in technical tasks and professional growth.
Develop test automation and write scripts using Python to validate product specifications.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
At least 6 years of experience in data center routing, switching, and network architecture.
Hands-on experience with HPE Juniper products including QFX, PTX, MX, and EX series.
Proven ability to develop test automation and write scripts in Python.
JNCIE or CCIE certification required.
Experience testing and certifying Junos and Junos EVO software features and associated hardware.
Proficiency in engineering design tools and software used to design components and solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local language.

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