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Workstation Graphics System Engineer
Description -
About Us: HP Advanced Compute and Solutions (ACS), is a globally dynamic business dedicated to serving professional compute users across all industry segments. We deliver best-in-class mission-critical client computing and related solutions, empowering our customers to excel in their most demanding applications. Our contributions span diverse domains, including Architecture and Engineering, Product Design, Finance Systems, Medical Equipment, Military & Defense, Emergency Services, and more.
Position: R&D Graphics Component Engineer We are seeking a talented Graphics Component Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of experience, specializing in GPU technology and system integration. The candidate must have detailed knowledge of current GPU technologies, PC / Server x86 hardware architectures and have sufficient software/firmware skills to analyze and debug system integration issues. This is an execution focused, hands-on position, with responsibility for qualifying, performance benchmarking and releasing leading edge PCIe graphics components. The position requires deep collaboration with a cross-functional team including Architecture Planning, Technical Marketing, Platform Development and System Management. The ideal candidate is a driven individual in pursuit of excellence, who values communication, diverse viewpoints, and can be good leader in an influence-based team environment. As the demand for premium computing performance continues to rise, your expertise will help us bring cutting-edge technologies, architecture, and high-performance computing systems to market.
This position is based in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Ownership & Strategy

• Develop and maintain deep expertise in GPU architecture, graphics roadmaps, and industry trends relevant to workstation workflows.
• Act as the technical liaison to key GPU partners (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel), driving alignment and resolving issues throughout the development lifecycle.

Qualification & System Integration

• Lead end to end qualification, integration, and release of professional PCIe graphics components for the Z Workstation portfolio.
• Own graphics deliverables through HP's content management and release processes, ensuring high-quality component delivery.
• Lead triage and resolution of hardware, firmware, driver, and performance issues in collaboration with suppliers and internal engineering teams.
• Develop, refine, and maintain regression tests to detect issues early and ensure platform stability.

Performance Analysis & Benchmarking

• Use industry-standard, proprietary, and application-based tools to measure, validate, and report GPU performance across sustaining and new workstation platforms.
• Analyze performance deltas, identify anomalies, and work with partners to ensure optimal graphics performance for target workflows.

Vendor Management and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Represent HP as technical interface to GPU development partners.
• Partner with Architecture Planning, Platform Development, System Management, and Technical Marketing to drive on-time GPU integration and product readiness.
• Provide technical expertise to customer-facing teams, including direct customer engagement, field quality, and pre-sales opportunities when required.
• Collaborate with Marketing to deliver performance claims, competitive positioning, and product launch collateral.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or significant equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of GPU engineering and system integration experience on leading edge x86 (PC / Server HW) architectures.
• Proven ability to work effectively and lead in a cross-functional environment.
• Proven ability to productively work with customers and partners.
• Experience managing complex technical issues and driving them to resolution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A love of technology and an insatiable curiosity to know how things work.
• Not afraid to take "ownership" of problems (runs to problems).
• An optimistic "can-do until proven otherwise" attitude.
• The capacity to anticipate and plan mitigations for potential problems and risks.
• A desire to be excellent in everything - but the ability to prioritize and make trade-offs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.

Why Join Us?
This is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented, and fast-paced environment, where you will be at the forefront of technology innovation. Your work will directly impact the graphics performance and reliability of mission-critical computing systems used by our customers across multiple industry segments. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with industry partners and technology leaders to influence strategies and drive innovation.
Make Your Mark:
If you are an experienced Graphics component engineer with a passion for innovation, a knack for problem-solving, and a desire to shape the future of computing, we want to hear from you. Join us at HP ACS and be part of a team that transforms challenges into achievements and sets new standards for excellence in high performance workstation computing.
Apply Now and Elevate Your Career with HP Advanced Compute and Solutions
The pay range for this role is $116,150 to $182,400 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits:
HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including;
• 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 06/01/2026
Job -
Software
Schedule -
Full time
Shift -
No shift premium (United States of America)
Travel -
Not Specified
Relocation -
Yes
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