Rich Underwood
About Rich Underwood
Rich Underwood is an HPC Systems Engineer currently working at Lambda in San Jose, California. He has over 15 years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on GPU server deployments and technical support for Fortune 500 companies.
Work at Lambda
Rich Underwood has been employed as an HPC Systems Engineer at Lambda since 2023. In this role, he focuses on high-performance computing systems, contributing to the development and optimization of advanced computing solutions. His position is based in San Jose, California, where he applies his extensive knowledge in GPU server deployments to enhance Lambda's offerings in the HPC sector.
Previous Experience at Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Prior to his current role, Rich Underwood worked at Hewlett Packard Enterprise in various capacities. He served as a Systems Engineer from 2019 to 2022, where he developed expertise in system solutions. He also held the position of HPC Technical Consultant for 9 months in 2021, followed by a year as an HPC Solutions Architect until 2023. His work involved providing technical support and solutions for high-performance computing systems.
Background in Engineering
Rich Underwood has a solid foundation in engineering, having studied Electrical Engineering at UC San Diego. He earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 2001 to 2006. His early career included roles at Vertex Pharmaceuticals and Qualcomm, where he gained practical experience as an Engineer and Field Engineer, respectively.
Experience at Cray Inc. and SAIC
Rich Underwood worked at Cray Inc. as a System Engineer from 2018 to 2022, focusing on high-performance computing solutions. Before that, he spent 9 years at SAIC as a Systems Engineer from 2006 to 2015. These roles contributed to his comprehensive skill set in systems planning, design, and installation.
Technical Support for Fortune 500 Companies
Rich Underwood provides specialized technical and product support tailored for Fortune 500 companies. His role involves ensuring high-level service for key accounts across various industries. He possesses a comprehensive skill set in investigation, planning, design, and installation of systems and application projects, ensuring project goals are met within set timelines.