Senior Technology Strategist

Location: Palo Alto, California, United States of America

Department: Your Privacy

About the Role

As a Senior Technology Strategist in HP’s Technology & Innovation Organization (TIO) Strategy team, you will independently lead the development and articulation of enterprise-level strategy that shapes HP’s future technology bets. Sitting at the intersection of AI, software, systems, and business strategy, this high-impact role sharpens HP’s long-term aspirations, informs where-to-play and how-to-win choices, and defines new growth opportunities across emerging technologies and strategic whitespace. With hands-on experience in AI, ML, or edge technology from leading firms or high-velocity startups, you will connect customer pain points to use cases, business models, and technology stacks, crafting HP’s next-generation roadmap and actionable business plans. This high-visibility position delivers insights directly to HP’s executive leadership and Board, driving innovation in a customer-centric culture that reshapes how the world works. Key responsibilities include leading outside-in analysis on GenAI, edge AI inferencing, multimodal capabilities, and future compute platforms; building data-driven business plans with financial models and investment theses; engaging technical leaders on HP’s AI/ML and hybrid architectures; and maintaining ecosystem ties with startups, VCs, and hyperscalers. You will translate customer jobs-to-be-done into TIO roadmaps, develop compelling narratives for ELT and Board audiences, and influence cross-functional alignment to elevate HP’s strategic decision-making in AI and innovation. Success means independently shaping HP’s technology roadmap, bridging customer needs with HP’s stack, and delivering narratives used in executive discussions. HP’s legendary culture fosters collaboration, respects every voice, and provides global opportunities for career mobility. Join a company operating in 170+ countries, creating tools that advance professional development through relentless innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structured outside-in analysis across emerging domains including GenAI, edge AI inferencing, multimodal capabilities, vertical-specific AI workflows, device-centric SW, and future compute platforms
• Identify, validate, and size new opportunity areas by triangulating customer needs, industry trends, competitive moves, and HP’s differentiated assets
• Conduct segmentation, TAM/SAM modeling, business model evaluation, and scenario planning for next-horizon bets
• Independently build robust, data-driven business plans—including financial models, adoption forecasts, value chain analysis, pricing/monetization frameworks, and go-to-market implications
• Develop investment theses and strategic recommendations (build/partner/invest/acquire) including assessment of ecosystem dynamics and potential partners
• Translate customer jobs-to-be-done and pain points into technology requirements that shape TIO’s architecture and product roadmap
• Engage deeply with technical leaders to understand HP’s capabilities across AI/ML, compute systems, runtime optimization, model compression, device SW, cloud/edge hybrid architectures, and vertical workflows
• Build credible, technically informed perspectives on how emerging technologies unlock new business opportunities
• Maintain active engagement with startups, VCs, research labs, hyperscalers, and ecosystem partners to inform strategy and accelerate innovation
• Develop crisp, compelling narratives for ELT and Board audiences—including framing, storyline, visualizations, and strategic implications
• Synthesize complex technical and market signals into clear, actionable choices for HP

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years in technology strategy, product strategy, corporate development, venture/startup ecosystem, or deep tech consulting
• Hands-on experience working in AI/ML, edge compute, or software at a top-tier tech company or cutting-edge startup
• Demonstrated success developing business plans, investment theses, and market strategies in emerging technology domains
• Experience preparing and delivering executive-level presentations and strategic narratives
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, influence senior leaders, and drive time-sensitive cross-company initiatives
• Advanced degree in engineering, computer science, business, or related fields
• Fluency in emerging AI and software landscapes, including open-source ecosystems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with model development, applied ML, systems engineering, developer tools, or distributed systems
• Proven track record shaping technology roadmaps at scale in innovative environments
• Direct engagement with startups, VCs, research labs, and hyperscalers
• Background in runtime optimization, model compression, or edge data pipelines
• Success influencing HP executive leadership or Board-level discussions

Required Skills

• Structured problem-solving with ability to break down ambiguous spaces
• Strong market modeling (TAM/SAM), competitive intelligence, and ecosystem mapping
• Deep experience with business model design and monetization strategies in AI, edge, SaaS, or platform technologies
• Hands-on experience in AI/ML, software engineering, data systems, runtime optimization, or model compression
• Ability to understand architecture trade-offs and connect them to business value
• Fluency in emerging AI landscapes including LLMs, multimodal, RAG, on-device inferencing, and edge data pipelines
• Exceptional storytelling, narrative development, and visual communication for senior audiences
• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder alignment skills
• Scenario planning and financial modeling
• Executive influence and communication
• Customer-centric problem framing from pain points to technology stack
• Ecosystem engagement with startups and VCs
• Data-driven strategic choice-making
• Technical depth in compute systems and hybrid architectures
• Innovation acceleration through partner networks

Benefits

• 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 and 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave

HP Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.