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AI Specialist roles in machine learning, NLP, and computer vision sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility for graduates holding degrees in computer science, data science, or a related STEM field. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
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INTRODUCTION
This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement 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 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:
Job Family Definition:
Develops and programs integrated software algorithms to structure, analyze and leverage structured and unstructured data in product and systems applications. Can work with large scale computing frameworks, data analysis systems, and modeling environments.
Uses machine learning and statistical modeling techniques to improve product/system performance, data management, quality, and accuracy. Formulates descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive insights/algorithms and translates technical specifications into code. Applies, optimizes and scales deep learning technologies and algorithms to give computers the capability to visualize, learn and respond to complex situations. Documents procedures for installation and maintenance, completes programming, performs testing and debugging, defines and monitors performance metrics.
Contributes to the success of HPE by translating customer requirements and industry trends into AI/ML products, solutions, and systems improvement projects.
Management Level Definition:
Contributes to assignments of limited scope by applying technical concepts and theoretical knowledge acquired through specialized training, education, or previous experience. Acts as team member by providing information, analysis and recommendations in support of team efforts. Exercises independent judgment within defined parameters.
Responsibilities:
- Designs, develops and implements AI and machine learning models. This includes data pre-processing, feature engineering, algorithm selection, model training, and evaluation.
- Gathers and analyzes relevant data sets to train and test machine learning (ML) models. Understands data analysis techniques, statistical methods, and data visualization to gain insights from the data and make informed decisions.
- Optimizing algorithms and models to improve their performance is an essential responsibility for AI and Machine Learning Engineers. This involves fine-tuning hyperparameters, conducting experiments, implementing optimization techniques, and employing feature selection or dimensionality reduction methods.
- Works closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, product managers, and domain experts. Collaboration is crucial for understanding project requirements, aligning objectives, and integrating AI/ML solutions into existing systems or products.
- Keeping accurate and up-to-date AI and machine learning project documentation. Document work, including methodologies, code, and experimental results. Responsible for preparing reports and presenting findings or recommendations to stakeholders.
- Participates in regular design review sessions with the engineering manager, team leader, and other stakeholders to ensure that design choices align with project requirements and best practices.
- Actively seeks and incorporates feedback from the engineering manager or team leader during the design and implementation phases to ensure continuous improvement and adherence to project goals.
- Attends daily or weekly stand-up meetings led by the engineering manager or team lead providing updates on progress, discuss challenges, and coordinate efforts with other team members.
- Prepares and delivers detailed presentations and reports to stakeholders as directed by the engineering manager and team lead, ensuring that complex technical information is communicated clearly and effectively.
- May be required to interpret and report data findings and maintain or update specific business intelligence tools, databases, dashboards, systems, or methods.
Education and Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or closely related quantitative discipline. Master’s degree is desirable.
- Typically, 0-2 years’ experience.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java is required. Knowledge of libraries and frameworks commonly used in AI and machine learning, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn, is highly beneficial.
- A solid understanding of statistics, probability, linear algebra, calculus, and optimization methods is crucial for building and evaluating machine learning models.
- In-depth knowledge of machine learning algorithms, techniques, and concepts is essential. This includes supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, neural networks, reinforcement learning, and natural language processing.
- Proficiency in working with large datasets, data pre-processing, data cleaning, and exploratory data analysis is necessary. Experience with SQL and databases and data visualization tools like Matplotlib or Tableau is required.
Accessibility
HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.
Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.
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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Job:
Engineering
Job Level:
TCP_01
"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 92,700 - 187,800 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. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
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.
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All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an AI Specialist
Verify your CIP code matches AI roles
Pull your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code from your I-20 and confirm it maps to an eligible STEM field. Computer science, data science, and electrical engineering CIP codes all support AI Specialist roles under STEM OPT.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment
Before applying, check that any AI team you target is registered with E-Verify. An employer can hire you on OPT but cannot sponsor your STEM extension unless E-Verify enrollment is active at the specific worksite.
Align your I-983 training plan to AI deliverables
Draft your Form I-983 goals around concrete outputs: model deployment pipelines, benchmark improvements, or production ML systems. Vague learning objectives invite DSO pushback and weaken your case if USCIS audits the training plan.
Target companies with dedicated ML infrastructure teams
AI Specialist roles at companies running their own model training infrastructure are far easier to frame as STEM-qualifying than roles where AI is a peripheral function. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers whose LCA filings match AI and data science job codes.
Research prevailing wages before your offer stage
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for AI Specialist roles in your target metro before salary negotiations. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the applicable wage level, and knowing the floor protects you.
Time your extension filing to avoid gap in authorization
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to your DSO at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. USCIS must receive the I-765 before expiration for your 180-day cap-gap rule to apply if an H-1B visa petition is pending.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AI Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as computer science, data science, electrical engineering, or a related discipline, and the AI Specialist role directly applies that knowledge. Your DSO confirms eligibility by matching your CIP code to the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by DHS. Roles focused on ML engineering, NLP research, or computer vision consistently qualify.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for an AI Specialist position?
The I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to the AI Specialist role, the correlation between those objectives and your STEM degree, how your employer will supervise and evaluate your training, and the connection between your tasks and your long-term career goals. For AI roles, that means naming concrete technical outputs such as model performance targets, dataset work, or system integrations. Generic descriptions of daily duties won't satisfy USCIS review standards.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an AI Specialist offer?
Ask your hiring contact or HR team directly whether the company holds an active E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding and whether the specific worksite where you'll be employed is covered. E-Verify enrollment is employer-wide but must be active at your actual work location. STEM OPT authorization is invalid if your employer isn't enrolled, so confirm this before your start date, not after.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my AI Specialist employer is acquired or restructures?
If your employer undergoes a material change, such as an acquisition, merger, or relocation to a new legal entity, you and your employer must update your I-983 training plan within five business days and notify your DSO. USCIS requires the new or restructured employer to also be enrolled in E-Verify. Failing to report changes is a compliance violation that can terminate your STEM OPT status.
Where can I find AI Specialist jobs where employers are already set up for STEM OPT hiring?
Migrate Mate filters AI Specialist listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active LCA filings for relevant job codes, so you're not wasting applications on companies unprepared for STEM OPT candidates. You can search by location, degree field, and role type to surface positions where the employer has already demonstrated familiarity with work authorization requirements.