HPE Labs - Postdoctoral Research Associate: Optical Switching Hardware Simulation for HPC
About The Position
HPE Labs is seeking a highly qualified, self-motivated postdoctoral associate to advance research on photonics hardware for High Performance Computing (HPC) networking and interconnects. The position involves architecting and developing simulators and simulation tools for photonics hardware, including Optical Circuit Switches and interconnects, as well as developing HPC workloads and applications to exercise, evaluate, and optimize those tools. The role is part of an applied research organization focused on developing breakthrough technologies for HPE and preparing them for adoption in new and existing markets. Researchers are expected to provide technical thought leadership, collaborate with HPE Labs teams and external partners, and contribute across the research lifecycle—from novel ideas and design through implementation, evaluation, and technology transfer. The successful candidate will balance strong scientific and technical contributions with practical solutions for customers and partners.
Requirements
- PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, statistics, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with hardware simulation.
- Track record of world-class innovative contributions and ideas.
- Experience developing innovative solutions, such as proofs of concept, first-of-a-kind solutions, and technology transfer.
- Ability to rapidly understand selected problems and opportunities.
- Deep understanding of the relevant environment, ecosystem, trends, and literature.
- Excellent research and development skills.
- Ability to innovate, make research contributions, and bring ideas to reality in compelling ways.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and mastery of English.
- Strong ability to work independently and in teams.
- Strong systems programming and software engineering skills.
- Demonstrated ability to generate, frame, and carry out leadership research, for example through papers published in top-tier conferences or journals.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with software version control using Git and GitHub.
- Experience developing C++ applications.
- Experience developing applications for Sandia’s Structural Simulation Toolkit (SST).
- Experience with photonics hardware simulation.
- Experience with distributed programming using MPI or SHMEM.
- Experience with virtualization using Docker.
- Excellent software systems building skills.
Responsibilities
- Architect and develop simulators and simulation tools for photonics hardware, including Optical Circuit Switches and interconnects.
- Architect and develop HPC workloads and applications to exercise, evaluate, and optimize the simulators and tools developed for the project.
- Contribute across the research lifecycle, from developing novel ideas and designs through development, implementation, evaluation, and technology transfer.
- Provide thought leadership and technical influence internally and externally to HPE.
- Collaborate with HPE Labs research teams, external partners, and HPE’s broader innovation community.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
- Career development programs to support professional goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
