Senior Principal, Solution Test & Automation Engineer
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Sunnyvale, CA · Posted October 16, 2026
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About the job
We are seeking a Senior Principal Solution Test & Automation Engineer to lead quality engineering for large-scale networking and distributed software solutions. Drive automation, validation, and technical leadership across complex products. Ideal for candidates with deep expertise in software testing, system-level engineering, and significant experience in networking and automation.