Lead AI Software Engineer (San Francisco)

Who We AreHP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset.By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.About The RoleThe AI team is building cutting-edge solutions that bring the power of AI directly to edge devices while seamlessly integrating with cloud infrastructure. We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to design and develop high-performance, scalable services to support AI workloads across edge and cloud environments.What You Might DoDesign, build, and maintain services that power AI-driven applications, ensuring scalability and performance.Develop APIs and microservices that facilitate seamless integration between cloud-based AI models and edge devices.Optimize data pipelines and storage solutions for real-time AI inference and processing.Implement security and privacy best practices for distributed AI systems.Work closely with AI researchers, infrastructure engineers, and frontend developers to deliver end-to-end AI-driven solutions.Build and optimize an agent orchestration runtime that enables tool use, memory management, and multi-step reasoning across LLMs, APIs, and edge-connected systems.Develop robust logging, monitoring, and alerting systems to ensure system reliability.Essential Qualifications10+ years of experience in backend software development, with strong proficiency in Java, C++, or Python.Proficient in LLM integration into multi-agent systems with strong understanding of agent orchestration, tool use, and memory/context management.Comfortable tinkering with LLMs via prompting and experienced with tools use, task decomposition, and structured outputs.Experience building distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native applications.Strong knowledge with building secure, privacy-aware interfaces between models, devices, and external services.Familiarity with database management systems (SQL and NoSQL) and data streaming technologies.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.Preferred SkillsExperience with AI model deployment and integration into backend services.Knowledge of edge computing, networking, and security best practices.Exposure to cloud-edge hybrid architectures and distributed AI workloads.Familiarity with on-device AI frameworks such as TensorFlow Lite, ONNX Runtime, or CoreML.Salary range: $190,000 - $270,000Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLong term/short term disability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountLife insuranceGenerous time off policies, including; 
4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure11 paid holidaysAdditional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)Why HP IQ?HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity—reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.Innovative WorkHelp shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.Autonomy and Agility Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale.Meaningful Impact Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.Flexible Work Environment Freedom and flexibility to do your best work.Forward-Thinking CultureWe learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) StatementHP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.If you’d like more information about HP’s EEO Policy or your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity is the LawEqual Employment Opportunity is the Law – Supplement