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Software Engineer L7 Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Experience with various Software Development Lifecycle Process (Agile Development, SCRUM ... Perform L3-L7 troubleshooting using tools such as: Wireshark, tcpdump, MTR, Zscaler Analyzer ...

... software, and services * Provide after-hours and weekend on-call support as needed to support ... Application Delivery expertise - L7 SLB / Global SLB / Traditional Link LB * Application ...

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Platform Security Architect

Dallas, TX · On-site

$64.25 - $83.25/hr

... software delivery process. Responsibilities : • Architect and design end-to-end security for the ... L7 visibility, workload isolation). • Define and govern identity and access management models for ...

Solution Architect III

Dallas, TX · On-site

$62.25 - $82/hr

... software anomalies; ability to articulate findings in written and verbal communications with development level engineering staff. * Working experience with vertical markets, government ...

Solution Architect III

Dallas, TX · On-site

$62.50 - $82.50/hr

... software anomalies; ability to articulate findings in written and verbal communications with development level engineering staff. * Working experience with vertical markets, government ...

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Software Engineer L7 information

What is a Software Engineer L7?

A Software Engineer L7 is a senior-level engineering role, often found at large tech companies like Google, Meta, or Amazon. This designation typically refers to a highly experienced engineer who leads critical projects, influences technical direction across teams, and mentors other engineers. L7 engineers are expected to solve complex architectural problems, make strategic decisions, and often collaborate with cross-functional leaders. Their extensive expertise and leadership set them apart from lower-level software engineers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Software Engineer L7?

To thrive as a Software Engineer L7, you need deep expertise in software architecture, algorithm design, and advanced programming, usually supported by a computer science degree and significant industry experience. Mastery of cloud platforms, large-scale distributed systems, and tools like Git, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines is typically required, often alongside certifications in relevant technologies. Leadership, strategic thinking, and strong communication are essential soft skills for driving cross-functional teams and mentoring peers. These abilities ensure innovative, scalable solutions and effective technical leadership within complex organizational environments.

How does a Software Engineer L7 typically contribute to technical leadership and team strategy?

At the L7 level, Software Engineers are expected to provide significant technical leadership by setting architectural direction, mentoring less-experienced engineers, and driving large-scale projects from conception to launch. They often collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, including product managers and designers, to align technical solutions with business goals. L7 engineers are also involved in shaping engineering best practices, influencing technical roadmaps, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within their teams. This role requires balancing hands-on coding with high-level strategy and people leadership.

What is the difference between Software Engineer L7 vs Software Engineer L6?

AspectSoftware Engineer L7Software Engineer L6
ExperienceTypically 8+ yearsTypically 4-7 years
ResponsibilitiesTechnical leadership, complex system design, mentorshipProject execution, feature development, team collaboration
SkillsAdvanced technical expertise, cross-team coordinationStrong coding skills, problem-solving
CertificationsOptional, but advanced certifications valuedNot usually required

Software Engineer L7 generally has more experience, takes on leadership roles, and handles complex projects compared to Software Engineer L6. L7 engineers often mentor others and influence technical strategy, whereas L6 focuses on delivering features and collaborating within teams.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Software Engineer L7 jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Software Engineer L7 job openings:

Senior Technical Product Manager - Software-Defined Networking (SDN)

Spring, TX • Hybrid

Hewlett Packard Enterprise
IT Services • 10K+ employees

$148K - $171K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Senior Technical Product Manager - Software-Defined Networking (SDN)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 onfinding 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:

TheSenior Technical Product Manager (SDN)is responsible for drivingSDNarchitecture and delivering scalable, production-ready reference designs, includingL4-L7 network services. This role leads crossfunctional efforts to define, document, and validateSDNsolutions that meet stringentperformance, scale, security, and reliabilityrequirements acrossenterprise and service provider environments.

This position works closely withengineering, architecture, field teams, partners, and customersto ensureSDNsolutions are practical, consumable, and deployable at scale. The TPM translates customer needs, operational best practices, and product capabilities into clear, actionable guidance that accelerates adoption and enables operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical & Architectural Leadership

  • DriveSDNarchitecture strategyand deliver scalablereference architectures, design patterns, and implementation guides, including L4-L7 services such as load balancing, firewalling, NAT, and ADC.
  • Define and documentendtoendSDNsolution designsspanning virtualization platforms, private cloud architectures, and network virtualization stacks.
  • Translate complex distributed systems intoclear diagrams, workflows, and stepbystep deployment patternsfor internal and external consumption.
  • Define and validatenonfunctional requirements, including availability, performance, scalability, security, and cost efficiency.
  • Ensure architectures areproductionready, support advanced network services, and scale acrossonprem, hybrid, and edge environments.

Product Strategy & Execution

  • Lead and drive theendtoend product strategy and operational roadmapfor one or moreSDNrelated products or solution areas.
  • Define thevalue proposition, target customer segments, and business casefor innovative and disruptive networking and virtualization solutions.
  • Synthesize market requirements (MRD) into detailed product and customer guidance, leveraging deep customer insight, industry expertise, and business acumen.
  • Advise key stakeholders onportfolio and lifecycle strategyacross planning, development, launch, management, and endoflife phases.

CrossFunctional Collaboration

  • Collaborate closely withengineering, architecture, sales, marketing, supply chain, and partnersto ensure solutions are technically sound, easy to consume, and aligned with overall product strategy.
  • Drive alignment across the product value chain to optimize margins, enable successful launches, and execute effective gotomarket strategies.
  • Provide technical enablement and productspecific training to field, partners, and internal teams.

Required Technical Expertise:

  • Virtualization Platforms:VMware (vSphere / ESXi), KVM
  • Private Cloud Architectures:Onprem, hybrid, and edge environments
  • SoftwareDefined Networking:
    • VMWare NSX
    • Nutanix Network Virtualization (Nutanix Flow)
  • Networking Fundamentals:
    • Network architecture and design
    • L2-L3 networking concepts
    • Network virtualization
  • Advanced Network Services (L4-L7):Load Balancing, Firewall, NAT, ADC
  • Security:CISSP preferred

Education and Experience Required:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent inComputer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • MBA or advanced degree in Computer Science or Engineering preferred.
  • 8+ years of relevant industry experiencein networking, virtualization, cloud, or infrastructure software.
  • Strong technical understanding of enterprise and service provider networking ecosystems.

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Expert ability tolead and influence crossfunctional teamsin complex, ambiguous environments.
  • Proven strength intechnical decisionmaking, costefficient solution design, and financial performance analysis.
  • Strong business acumen with expertise inproblem identification, rootcause analysis, and structured execution.
  • Ability to bridgedeep technical detail and executivelevel communication, enabling alignment across technical and business stakeholders.

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Additional Skills:

Cross Domain Knowledge, Customer Engagement, Design Thinking, Development Fundamentals, DevOps, Go-to-Market Expertise, Partner Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Security-First Mindset, Strategic Pricing, Strategy Creation, User Experience (UX), Value Creation, Vendor Management

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.

Let's Stay Connected:

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TCP_04"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 126,500 - 240,500 in Colorado // 120,500 - 276,500 in Texas
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."

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The estimated job application period closure is May 25 2026; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.

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