Description

Network Engineer

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.

Job Description:

Job Family Definition - Network Engineer (Aruba WLAN)

The Engineering job family spans multiple engineering disciplines. Work includes the design, implementation, optimization, troubleshooting, and sustainment of enterprise Wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions for HPE Aruba Networking's portfolio. Responsibilities require broad knowledge of wireless technologies, RF design principles, networking protocols, and engineering methodologies to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance wireless solutions across customer and internal environments.

Career Level Definition - Network Engineer (Aruba WLAN - Professional)

At this level, contributions have a regular and measurable impact on Aruba WLAN products, customer deployments, and service outcomes. Applies working to advanced knowledge of enterprise wireless networking to resolve moderately complex technical issues and contribute to solution design and optimization efforts. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams and demonstrates increasing technical depth within the WLAN domain.

Exercises independent judgment within defined guidelines to determine appropriate technical approaches. May participate in cross-organizational initiatives and provides technical guidance to junior engineers as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs, deploys, and supports enterprise Aruba WLAN solutions, including Access Points, Mobility Gateways, Aruba Central, and related management and analytics platforms.
• Performs wireless troubleshooting, including RF analysis, client connectivity, roaming behavior, and performance optimization under guidance for complex scenarios.
• Assists with RF design activities, site surveys, and capacity planning to ensure optimal wireless coverage and performance.
• Collaborates with internal engineering, product, services, and support teams to resolve customer issues and improve solution quality.
• Reviews WLAN configurations and deployments for alignment with Aruba and HPE engineering standards and best practices.
• Participates in customer-impacting incidents and escalations with support from senior engineers.
• Learns and applies emerging wireless technologies (Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, security enhancements, and AI-driven operations).
• Provides knowledge sharing and documentation to support team effectiveness.
• Supports customer engagements aligned to Americas business hours.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 + years of experience in enterprise networking and/or WLAN environments.

Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge of Aruba WLAN technologies, including Aruba APs, controllers/gateways, and Aruba Central.
• Understanding of IEEE 802.11 fundamentals, RF concepts, and wireless security principles (WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X).
• Exposure to wireless troubleshooting tools, packet captures, and spectrum analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to follow structured troubleshooting approaches.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in written and verbal form.
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies in a fast-paced networking environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a global organization, aligned to Americas time-zone operations.

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

• Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA)
• Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP) (or in progress)
• Entry-level or associate wireless certifications such as CWNA or equivalent

Additional Skills:

Cloud Architectures, Cross Domain Knowledge, Design Thinking, Development Fundamentals, DevOps, Distributed Computing, Microservices Fluency, Full Stack Development, Security-First Mindset, User Experience (UX)

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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Job:

Engineering
Job Level:

TCP_03

\"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 81,500 - 187,500 in Texas
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.\"

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