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# Principal AI Runtime & Performance Lead

- **Company:** Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $147,050.0 - $230,850.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Linux, DevOps, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, ReactJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Docker, Programming Languages, Microservices
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/66de0ee2-cdec-413b-9f0e-cfebe0eef4a9

## About the Role

Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
Typically has 10+ years of work experience, preferably in software designing & development, software architecture, programming languages, or a related field.

Strong Linux and Windows expertise.
Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications
Edge AI platforms.
Device telemetry systems.
Firmware integration experience.

## Description

As the Principal AI Runtime & Performance Lead, this role is responsible for leading AI runtime architecture, performance optimization, and xPU execution strategy. This role is responsible for the design of end-to-end technology solutions necessary to support the business strategy and objectives. The role develops innovative technology solutions that enable strategic initiatives to scale the business efficiently. The role has strong focus on software development and operational excellence using Agile and lean practices to create market differentiated solutions., Define runtime architecture.
Lead performance optimization efforts.
Drive benchmark methodology.
Develop model execution strategies.

Plays a critical role in building of various software development projects and platforms while aligning them with business and security strategies and requirements.
Leads the building of standards, designs, and automates the deployment of software.
Drives technology strategy and engineering roadmaps around software engineering.
Assists supervisors with project development, including documentation of features, recording of progress, and creation of the testing plan.
Converts business concepts into the next generation of applications and tools, utilizing adaptive agile methodologies to deliver a minimal viable product to the business.
Assists in scheduling, determining manpower requirements, and estimating costs to project completion in order to meet user requirements.
Contributes innovative ideas and may lead large cross-functional teams, exercising independent judgment to solve unique and complex problems impacting the business.
Acts as a functional manager within area of expertise, developing strategy and setting functional policy and direction.
Provides mentorship and guidance to lower-level employees., Agile Methodology
Amazon Web Services
Application Programming Interface (API)
Automation
C++ (Programming Language)
Computer Science
DevOps
Docker (Software)
Full Stack Development
Java (Programming Language)
JavaScript (Programming Language)
Kubernetes
Microservices
Microsoft Azure
Python (Programming Language)
React.js
Scalability
Software Development
Software Engineering
SQL (Programming Language)