STEM OPT Hpc Engineer Jobs
HPC Engineer roles in parallel computing, cluster architecture, and scientific simulation qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of F-1 work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field must map to an eligible CIP code.
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This role has been designed as ‘Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work 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:
Role Impact
This role is essential to the success of the HPC IST organization, ensuring that lab infrastructure, test systems, and inventory are available, operational, and compliant to support complex system validation activities. By providing hands-on technical support, managing lab operations, enabling remote access, and maintaining system configurations, the engineer improves testing efficiency, minimizes downtime, and helps deliver reliable HPC and AI solutions that meet HPE quality standards.
About You
- You are motivated by working on leading-edge hardware and HPC technologies that support next-generation AI development and applications.
- You understand HPC hardware and software setup.
- You can analyze and troubleshoot system configurations problems and work independently.
- You work closely with team members locally and around the world in support of their projects.
- You support remote test execution and troubleshooting.
- You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- You grow your knowledge and expertise on new leading-edge technologies.
Knowledge and Skills
- Hands-on experience with HPE HPC platforms, including, Industry Standard Server, storage, and networking products.
- Strong working knowledge of Linux operating systems, including Red Hat, SLES, and Ubuntu.
- Understanding of network topologies, switches and configurations.
- Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills for complex issues in collaboration with engineering and test teams.
- Ability to work effectively in a global, culturally diverse engineering team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, issues, and recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Install, rack, stack, cable, configure, and prepare HPE HPC and AI systems, networking, storage, accelerator, and related infrastructure for engineering and validation use.
- Safely disconnect, decommission, unrack, and prepare retired or reassigned equipment for storage, shipment, reuse, or disposal in accordance with applicable processes.
- Stage lab systems with approved operating-system images, firmware, software, and configuration settings based on documented project and platform requirements.
- Perform initial troubleshooting of hardware, firmware, operating-system, network-connectivity, and system-configuration issues; document findings, escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate engineering teams, and track them through resolution.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and auditable inventory and hardware-lifecycle records for systems, components, spare parts, cables, and other lab assets.
- Conduct physical inventory reviews and reconcile discrepancies between equipment, asset records, storage locations, and tracking systems.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound hardware shipments, including receiving, inspection, packaging, labeling, documentation, tracking, and delivery confirmation for domestic and global destinations.
- Organize and maintain secure on-site and off-site storage areas so that equipment and components are identifiable, traceable, protected, and readily available when needed.
- Support the day-to-day operation and administration of HPC lab and data-center infrastructure, including system availability, lab networks, remote-access capabilities, power, cooling, rack space, cabling, and workspace readiness.
- Monitor lab conditions and promptly report or escalate infrastructure, safety, security, power, cooling, access, or compliance concerns that could affect personnel, equipment, or engineering schedules.
- Enable local and remote engineering teams by preparing systems, validating basic connectivity and access, coordinating equipment availability, and assisting with configuration-related troubleshooting.
- Collaborate with R&D, IST, platform, core engineering, program management, facilities, logistics, and other partner teams to communicate status, resolve operational dependencies, and align work with project priorities.
- Maintain complete and audit-ready service records, asset documentation, shipping records, tickets, configuration information, and other required operational evidence.
- Follow HPE lab safety, security, quality, change-control, and equipment-handling requirements, including applicable ISO 9001 processes.
- Identify and recommend practical improvements to lab workflows, asset controls, system-staging practices, documentation, automation, and operational efficiency.
- Provide concise status updates on completed activities, upcoming work, blockers, risks, inventory concerns, and issues requiring engineering or management attention.
- Perform assigned lab-support activities independently with limited supervision while seeking appropriate authorization before making changes outside established procedures or approved configurations.
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent technical field. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
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:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
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 57,500 - 130,000 in Texas
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.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
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.
INTRODUCTION
This role has been designed as ‘Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work 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:
Role Impact
This role is essential to the success of the HPC IST organization, ensuring that lab infrastructure, test systems, and inventory are available, operational, and compliant to support complex system validation activities. By providing hands-on technical support, managing lab operations, enabling remote access, and maintaining system configurations, the engineer improves testing efficiency, minimizes downtime, and helps deliver reliable HPC and AI solutions that meet HPE quality standards.
About You
- You are motivated by working on leading-edge hardware and HPC technologies that support next-generation AI development and applications.
- You understand HPC hardware and software setup.
- You can analyze and troubleshoot system configurations problems and work independently.
- You work closely with team members locally and around the world in support of their projects.
- You support remote test execution and troubleshooting.
- You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- You grow your knowledge and expertise on new leading-edge technologies.
Knowledge and Skills
- Hands-on experience with HPE HPC platforms, including, Industry Standard Server, storage, and networking products.
- Strong working knowledge of Linux operating systems, including Red Hat, SLES, and Ubuntu.
- Understanding of network topologies, switches and configurations.
- Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills for complex issues in collaboration with engineering and test teams.
- Ability to work effectively in a global, culturally diverse engineering team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, issues, and recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Install, rack, stack, cable, configure, and prepare HPE HPC and AI systems, networking, storage, accelerator, and related infrastructure for engineering and validation use.
- Safely disconnect, decommission, unrack, and prepare retired or reassigned equipment for storage, shipment, reuse, or disposal in accordance with applicable processes.
- Stage lab systems with approved operating-system images, firmware, software, and configuration settings based on documented project and platform requirements.
- Perform initial troubleshooting of hardware, firmware, operating-system, network-connectivity, and system-configuration issues; document findings, escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate engineering teams, and track them through resolution.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and auditable inventory and hardware-lifecycle records for systems, components, spare parts, cables, and other lab assets.
- Conduct physical inventory reviews and reconcile discrepancies between equipment, asset records, storage locations, and tracking systems.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound hardware shipments, including receiving, inspection, packaging, labeling, documentation, tracking, and delivery confirmation for domestic and global destinations.
- Organize and maintain secure on-site and off-site storage areas so that equipment and components are identifiable, traceable, protected, and readily available when needed.
- Support the day-to-day operation and administration of HPC lab and data-center infrastructure, including system availability, lab networks, remote-access capabilities, power, cooling, rack space, cabling, and workspace readiness.
- Monitor lab conditions and promptly report or escalate infrastructure, safety, security, power, cooling, access, or compliance concerns that could affect personnel, equipment, or engineering schedules.
- Enable local and remote engineering teams by preparing systems, validating basic connectivity and access, coordinating equipment availability, and assisting with configuration-related troubleshooting.
- Collaborate with R&D, IST, platform, core engineering, program management, facilities, logistics, and other partner teams to communicate status, resolve operational dependencies, and align work with project priorities.
- Maintain complete and audit-ready service records, asset documentation, shipping records, tickets, configuration information, and other required operational evidence.
- Follow HPE lab safety, security, quality, change-control, and equipment-handling requirements, including applicable ISO 9001 processes.
- Identify and recommend practical improvements to lab workflows, asset controls, system-staging practices, documentation, automation, and operational efficiency.
- Provide concise status updates on completed activities, upcoming work, blockers, risks, inventory concerns, and issues requiring engineering or management attention.
- Perform assigned lab-support activities independently with limited supervision while seeking appropriate authorization before making changes outside established procedures or approved configurations.
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent technical field. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
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:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
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 57,500 - 130,000 in Texas
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.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
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 a Hpc Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the USCIS STEM OPT designated degree list. Computer science, computer engineering, and applied mathematics codes all support HPC roles, but computational physics or interdisciplinary programs sometimes require a DSO review.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers for their E-Verify company ID or have HR pull the enrollment status from the E-Verify employer database. National labs, defense contractors, and university research centers sometimes run separate E-Verify accounts by department, so verify the specific hiring entity.
Target employers with active HPC infrastructure budgets
HPC clusters require sustained capital investment, so focus on organizations with active NSF, DOE, or DOD computing grants. Federal contractors and research universities running dedicated high-performance computing centers are more likely to have the compliance infrastructure STEM OPT requires.
Build your I-983 training plan around HPC competencies
Your I-983 must list learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just job duties. Map parallel programming, job scheduler configuration, and performance benchmarking tasks directly to the computational skills your degree covered so USCIS can trace the academic connection.
Search Migrate Mate to filter for verified STEM OPT employers
Use Migrate Mate to find HPC Engineer roles at employers already confirmed for E-Verify enrollment. Filtering by STEM OPT compatibility upfront removes roles where you'd waste time negotiating compliance requirements the employer can't meet.
Use O*NET to align your job title with STEM criteria
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for HPC Engineer or the closest matching title to confirm the role's educational requirements classify it as a specialty occupation. A written description matching O*NET's degree requirements strengthens your I-983 and any future H-1B visa petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HPC Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM field with an eligible CIP code and your job duties require applying that technical knowledge directly. HPC Engineer roles focused on cluster architecture, parallel algorithm development, or high-performance simulation generally satisfy the STEM OPT connection requirement. Your DSO will confirm CIP code eligibility before authorizing the extension on your I-20.
What STEM degrees make you eligible for HPC Engineer STEM OPT roles?
Computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, computational science, and physics degrees commonly support HPC Engineer positions. The degree must appear on USCIS's designated degree list by CIP code. Interdisciplinary or dual-degree programs require your DSO to confirm which CIP code applies before you apply for the extension.
How does the E-Verify requirement affect HPC Engineer job searches?
Every employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension start date. Many HPC employers, including federal contractors and national laboratories, are already enrolled, but smaller research startups or university spinoffs sometimes are not. Verify enrollment status directly with HR during the offer stage, not after signing.
What should the I-983 training plan include for an HPC Engineer role?
Your I-983 must document specific learning goals tied to your STEM degree, a supervision plan, and how the employer will evaluate your progress. For HPC roles, include objectives around parallel programming frameworks, job scheduler administration, system performance tuning, and any domain-specific simulation work. Both you and your supervisor must sign it before your extension is authorized.
Where can I find HPC Engineer jobs that support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters HPC Engineer roles by employers confirmed for E-Verify enrollment, which removes the compliance guesswork from your search. Cap-gap protection under STEM OPT also extends your authorization through October 1 if you have a pending H-1B petition, so starting your search early on a platform built for F-1 students keeps your timeline on track.