Hewlett Packard Labs - Software Engineer - Generative AI - Early Career
Location: On-Site, Santa Barbara, CA

Job Description:

Location: United States
Salary Range: $117,500 – $270,000 annually (based on experience, location, and skills)
Department: Engineering – Physics-Based Generative AI Team
Job Level: Early Career – TCP_03


???? About Us:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is redefining the boundaries of innovation in High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to tackle the world’s most complex challenges. At Hewlett Packard Labs, our Physics-Based Generative AI Team is charting a bold path toward the next frontier of AI: augmenting state-of-the-art Large Language Models (LLMs) with symbolic AI, physics simulators, statistical physics, and more.

Our mission? To create first-principled generative models capable of reasoning and solving complex, multimodal problems with reliability, precision, and interpretability. If you're ready to be a trailblazer at the intersection of AI and advanced physics, we want you on our team!


???? Your Role:
As a Software Engineer in Generative AI, you'll collaborate with world-class engineers, researchers, and product managers to:

  • Build and refine AI models capable of generating diverse outputs (text, images, audio, scientific content).
  • Design full development cycles, from pre-training to fine-tuning and inference.
  • Harness the power of statistical physics and novel algorithms to inspire innovative AI systems.
  • Push the limits of multimodal reasoning, from symbolic data to numerical simulations.

? What We’re Looking For:

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Physics, Mathematics, or related fields.
  • 3+ years of experience with AI/ML and generative models.
  • Strong software development background in Python and C/C++ with deep knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
  • Hands-on experience with AI frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch.
  • A robust understanding of neural networks, generative models, and deep learning.
  • Collaborative mindset, problem-solving skills, and a drive to innovate.

Bonus Points For:

  • Experience in HPC environments, combinatorial optimization, or computational physics.
  • Applying AI to material science, quantum computing, or complex simulations.
  • Contributions to open-source projects and/or peer-reviewed publications.
  • Proficiency with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
  • Knowledge of containerization/orchestration tools like Docker or Kubernetes.

???? What We Offer:

Innovation at Your Fingertips: Work on groundbreaking AI projects that are shaping the future of technology.

Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits package for you and your loved ones, supporting your physical, emotional, and financial health.

Growth Opportunities: Tailored programs to help you master your craft or pivot to new challenges within the company.

Diversity & Inclusion: Be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality. We’re all about collaboration, bold thinking, and empowering you to be your authentic self.


???? Why Join HPE Labs?
At HPE, we don’t just imagine the future; we build it. Our global, dynamic team thrives in a culture of creativity and bold innovation. When you join us, you’ll be working on challenges that matter, alongside a diverse group of thinkers, doers, and innovators.


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