HPC System Architecture

Intel Corporation

. Own system-level architecture for next-generation HPC clusters, including node definition, CPU and GPU configuration, memory balance, I/O, parallel storage, and scale-out fabric and topology .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $220,920 - $311,890 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in HPC system architecture, including CPU and GPU configuration, memory subsystem design, and scale-out interconnect. Proven ability to lead architecture co-design, engage with technical customers, and produce reference architectures for complex computing environments.

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HPC System ArchitectureCPU And GPU ConfigurationScale-Out InterconnectPerformance AnalysisCustomer-Facing Technical Role

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Hard Skills

HPC System ArchitectureCPU ConfigurationGPU ConfigurationMemory Subsystem DesignScale-Out InterconnectParallel StoragePerformance ModelingMPIOpenMPHPC Workload Characteristics

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationComfort With High Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

Math LibrariesCommunication LibrariesSchedulers

Industry Keywords

Data CenterServer System ArchitectureLarge-Scale Compute ClustersTechnical DirectionBenchmark Definition

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Node.js

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own system-level architecture for next-generation HPC clusters, including node definition, CPU and GPU configuration, memory balance, I/O, parallel storage, and scale-out fabric and topology
Define scale-out interconnect architecture, network topology, bandwidth, blocking ratios, collective and communication performance, and resilience at thousands-of-node scale
Partner with CPU and GPU teams to define future HPC product requirements
Build performance models for application throughput at scale on unreleased silicon
Lead architecture co-design and benchmark definition with leadership HPC customers
Drive HPC requirements into CPU, GPU, platform, and software roadmaps
Evaluate emerging technologies including advanced memory, Ultra Ethernet, optical interconnect, and heterogeneous accelerator integration
Produce reference architectures and system specifications for platform teams, OEM and ODM partners, and system integrators
Grow and lead HPC architecture capability, providing technical direction and mentorship
Engage with DOE national laboratories, financial services institutions, oil and gas operators, and academic and government research computing centers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience in HPC, data center, or server system architecture, design, or engineering
5+ years of experience in a customer-facing or externally-facing technical role
Demonstrated experience defining or deploying large-scale compute clusters
Deep expertise in HPC system architecture at cluster scale, including CPU and GPU configuration, memory subsystem design, scale-out interconnect, and parallel storage
Experience defining systems around unreleased silicon and influencing CPU or accelerator requirements
Fluency with HPC workload characteristics and performance analysis
Working knowledge of MPI, OpenMP, GPU programming models, schedulers, and math and communication libraries
Proven credibility with sophisticated technical customers in high-stakes procurement and co-design settings
Strong understanding of the competitive HPC landscape
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Comfort with high ambiguity and driving clarity in undefined technical areas
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
Must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Stock bonuses
Health benefits
Retirement benefits
Vacation benefits
Hybrid work model allowing employees to split time between working on-site and off-site