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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
The HPE Quantum team at HPE Labs is developing new approaches for quantum computing, including integration with high performance computing. We are simultaneously solving research problems and creating structures for HPE’s business offerings in this area.
Our team is seeking summer interns to help advance our work in quantum computing, contributing across areas such as quantum algorithms, tensor networks, many-body physics, and quantum software development. You will be at the forefront of efforts to turn quantum computing from a theoretical promise into a practical technology. Interns will work on developing new quantum algorithms and classical simulation techniques, improving methods for circuit decomposition and distributed quantum error correction, and building and extending software for quantum compilation, simulation, and hybrid high-performance and quantum computing workflows. This work includes contributing to open-source projects, shaping emerging standards and interfaces, and demonstrating our technologies through real applications.
We expect all our researchers (including interns and post-docs) to provide thought leadership and technical influence both internally and externally to HPE, as well as take innovative ideas and make them real – contributing along the full range from initial novel ideas to design, development, implementation, evaluation, and technology transfer. The ideal candidate can thrive in an applied research environment, balancing significant technical and scientific contributions with the ability to bring such contributions to practice through innovative solutions that address the needs of our customers and partners. We expect the successful candidate to collaborate with HPE Labs research teams as well as with external partners, and to work in alignment with HPE's broader innovation community.
You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, researchers, and product managers. Together, our goal is to build usable, efficient, and innovative systems that combine quantum computing and high-performance computing. Join us to be a part of a team that shapes the future of quantum computing!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Focused on either quantum algorithms or quantum software (we have two separate positions).
Quantum Algorithms Research
- Quantum algorithms based on tensor networks for simulating 1D and 2D quantum many-body systems.
- Distributed strategies for quantum simulation (e.g., adaptive circuit knitting).
- Classical simulation algorithms based on matchgates, nonstabilizerness, etc.
- Efficient encodings for fermionic systems.
- Fault-tolerant quantum simulation of Fermi-Hubbard models.
- Distributed quantum error-correction.
Software Development
- Develop software that supports Quantum Computing applications and HPC-QC system management through job management, scheduling, and workflow frameworks.
- Contribute to software developed by others with bug reports, bug fixes, and other improvements.
- Create software adapters that connect quantum computing software tools (compilers, SDKs, …) with quantum computing software produced by other groups using open standards where possible.
- Assist in evaluating open-source and commercial software tools for inclusion in integrated HPC-QC programming and operational software.
- Assist other software developers on the team with code reviews.
- Implement and improve software prototypes to support research efforts.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Pursuing PhD in quantum many-body physics, quantum chemistry, quantum computing or related fields. For software positions, pursuing a graduate degree in CS or a related field.
- Proficiency in Python and C/C++.
- Familiarity with quantum computing packages e.g. Cirq, Qiskit and/or quantum simulation.
- Familiarity with quantum algorithms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of computational physics, statistical physics, many-body physics simulations, or quantum computing.
- Experience with quantum compiler or non-quantum compiler development.
- Programming experience in high-performance computing (HPC) environments.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms, GPU computing, or FPGA computing.
- Experience with performance debugging and tuning.
- Experience with quantum computing SDKs (e.g., Qiskit, CUDA-Q, TensorFlow Quantum, Pennylane).
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Experience developing client/server software with TCP/IP or UDP.
- Experience with Agile development methodologies.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business, Calendar Management, Coaching, Computer Literacy, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Office Administration, Policy and procedures, Recordkeeping, Risk Assessment, Software Development.
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.
LOCATION
Location: Onsite
JOB
Job: Administration
JOB LEVEL
Job Level: N/A
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 90,002 - 193,752 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered. Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
NO FEES NOTICE & RECRUITMENT FRAUD DISCLAIMER
It has come to HPE’s attention that there has been an increase in recruitment fraud whereby scammers impersonate HPE or HPE-authorized recruiting agencies and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates. These scammers often seek to obtain personal information or money from candidates.
Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. The credentials of any hiring agency that claims to be working with HPE for recruitment of talent should be verified by candidates and candidates shall be solely responsible to conduct such verification. Any candidate/individual who relies on the erroneous representations made by fraudulent employment agencies does so at their own risk, and HPE disclaims liability for any damages or claims that may result from any such communication.
INTRODUCTION
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
The HPE Quantum team at HPE Labs is developing new approaches for quantum computing, including integration with high performance computing. We are simultaneously solving research problems and creating structures for HPE’s business offerings in this area.
Our team is seeking summer interns to help advance our work in quantum computing, contributing across areas such as quantum algorithms, tensor networks, many-body physics, and quantum software development. You will be at the forefront of efforts to turn quantum computing from a theoretical promise into a practical technology. Interns will work on developing new quantum algorithms and classical simulation techniques, improving methods for circuit decomposition and distributed quantum error correction, and building and extending software for quantum compilation, simulation, and hybrid high-performance and quantum computing workflows. This work includes contributing to open-source projects, shaping emerging standards and interfaces, and demonstrating our technologies through real applications.
We expect all our researchers (including interns and post-docs) to provide thought leadership and technical influence both internally and externally to HPE, as well as take innovative ideas and make them real – contributing along the full range from initial novel ideas to design, development, implementation, evaluation, and technology transfer. The ideal candidate can thrive in an applied research environment, balancing significant technical and scientific contributions with the ability to bring such contributions to practice through innovative solutions that address the needs of our customers and partners. We expect the successful candidate to collaborate with HPE Labs research teams as well as with external partners, and to work in alignment with HPE's broader innovation community.
You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, researchers, and product managers. Together, our goal is to build usable, efficient, and innovative systems that combine quantum computing and high-performance computing. Join us to be a part of a team that shapes the future of quantum computing!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Focused on either quantum algorithms or quantum software (we have two separate positions).
Quantum Algorithms Research
- Quantum algorithms based on tensor networks for simulating 1D and 2D quantum many-body systems.
- Distributed strategies for quantum simulation (e.g., adaptive circuit knitting).
- Classical simulation algorithms based on matchgates, nonstabilizerness, etc.
- Efficient encodings for fermionic systems.
- Fault-tolerant quantum simulation of Fermi-Hubbard models.
- Distributed quantum error-correction.
Software Development
- Develop software that supports Quantum Computing applications and HPC-QC system management through job management, scheduling, and workflow frameworks.
- Contribute to software developed by others with bug reports, bug fixes, and other improvements.
- Create software adapters that connect quantum computing software tools (compilers, SDKs, …) with quantum computing software produced by other groups using open standards where possible.
- Assist in evaluating open-source and commercial software tools for inclusion in integrated HPC-QC programming and operational software.
- Assist other software developers on the team with code reviews.
- Implement and improve software prototypes to support research efforts.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Pursuing PhD in quantum many-body physics, quantum chemistry, quantum computing or related fields. For software positions, pursuing a graduate degree in CS or a related field.
- Proficiency in Python and C/C++.
- Familiarity with quantum computing packages e.g. Cirq, Qiskit and/or quantum simulation.
- Familiarity with quantum algorithms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of computational physics, statistical physics, many-body physics simulations, or quantum computing.
- Experience with quantum compiler or non-quantum compiler development.
- Programming experience in high-performance computing (HPC) environments.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms, GPU computing, or FPGA computing.
- Experience with performance debugging and tuning.
- Experience with quantum computing SDKs (e.g., Qiskit, CUDA-Q, TensorFlow Quantum, Pennylane).
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Experience developing client/server software with TCP/IP or UDP.
- Experience with Agile development methodologies.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business, Calendar Management, Coaching, Computer Literacy, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Office Administration, Policy and procedures, Recordkeeping, Risk Assessment, Software Development.
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.
LOCATION
Location: Onsite
JOB
Job: Administration
JOB LEVEL
Job Level: N/A
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 90,002 - 193,752 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered. Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
NO FEES NOTICE & RECRUITMENT FRAUD DISCLAIMER
It has come to HPE’s attention that there has been an increase in recruitment fraud whereby scammers impersonate HPE or HPE-authorized recruiting agencies and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates. These scammers often seek to obtain personal information or money from candidates.
Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. The credentials of any hiring agency that claims to be working with HPE for recruitment of talent should be verified by candidates and candidates shall be solely responsible to conduct such verification. Any candidate/individual who relies on the erroneous representations made by fraudulent employment agencies does so at their own risk, and HPE disclaims liability for any damages or claims that may result from any such communication.
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Get Access To All JobsResearch Associate CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Associate job qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work is directly tied to your program of study and your school lists research practicum or similar experience as a curriculum requirement. Your DSO will evaluate the job description against your academic program. Positions in a field unrelated to your declared major won't qualify, even at a university lab.
Can I do CPT as a Research Associate while taking fewer than full-time credits?
CPT requires you to maintain full-time enrollment during the academic year. Most schools require you to be registered for a co-op, thesis research, or practicum course tied to your CPT placement. Summer is an exception at many institutions, but your DSO confirms your school's specific policy before you reduce your course load.
How do I find Research Associate employers who understand CPT work authorization?
Search Migrate Mate for Research Associate roles filtered by employers with prior international hiring history. Universities, federal research labs, think tanks, and biotechnology companies tend to have established processes for CPT students. Avoiding employers with no prior F-1 hiring experience reduces the risk of the offer falling through over work authorization confusion.
Does part-time CPT as a Research Associate affect my OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, does not reduce your OPT eligibility regardless of how many months you complete. Only full-time CPT that totals 12 months or more eliminates OPT. If your research role offers both part-time and full-time tracks, the part-time designation protects your post-graduation options.
What happens if my Research Associate CPT employer wants to extend or change my role?
Any change in employer, job title, location, or hours requires a new CPT authorization from your DSO before the change takes effect. You can't simply continue working under your original I-20 if the scope of your Research Associate role changes materially. Submit an updated offer letter reflecting the new terms and request a revised I-20 with the corrected CPT details.