HPE
HPE Labs – AI/ML Research Scientist III
$136K–$276K
Milpitas, California, United States of America · Full-time · Posted Jul 13, 2026
- Experience
- Extensive research experience with Large Language Models and Reinforcement Learning; 1-3 years of post-PhD research or industry experience preferred, but not required.
- Education
- PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a dissertation focus on Machine Learning.
About the job
Conduct frontier AI/ML research and build prototypes for applications including data center optimization, clean energy, scientific computing, and AI systems, while contributing to HPE’s research strategy.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research, develop novel methods, and publish research or prepare patent disclosures.
- Build software prototypes and systems for applied AI, including GPU-accelerated and real-time workloads.
- Shape technical strategy, collaborate with internal and external partners, and mentor junior researchers.
What they ask for
- PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a dissertation focus on Machine Learning.
- Extensive research experience with Large Language Models and Reinforcement Learning.
- Experience developing applications with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch.
- Strong programming skills in Python, including proficiency with data structures and algorithms.
Nice to have
- 1-3 years of post-PhD research or industry experience preferred, but not required.
- Experience involving LLMs and agentic AI platforms, Reinforcement Learning and/or Digital Twins, or related model optimization and control areas.
Pay
USD 136,500 - 276,500 (base salary)
Tools
PyTorch, Python, GPU acceleration, heterogeneous computation
AI focus
Research and develop LLM reasoning and agents, reinforcement learning, agentic and multi-agent systems, generative and inverse models, digital twins, trustworthy AI, optimization, and uncertainty quantification; apply AI to complex systems and real-world workloads.
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