Technical Insight Specialist

About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go.

This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and Huawei help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live.

For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs.

This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values:

• staying customer-centric,
• inspiring dedication,
• persevering,
• Growing by reflection

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview

Huawei's vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward.

Job Summary

1. Responsible for the technical insight work at the Huawei Edinburgh Research Centre, conducting regular technical research and gathering cutting-edge technology and industry developments from multiple channels, both domestically and internationally.
2. Evaluate the potential applications and value scenarios of emerging technologies, closely collaborate with various business teams, and participate in the planning of the next technical direction, driving the transformation of technical insights into actionable outcomes.
3. Based on cutting-edge technologies, provide technical strategic advice to support the planning and execution of various technical projects.

Qualifications

1. Technical Insight: Have a keen awareness of top industry technologies, strong technical and industry insight, and the ability to quickly understand and summarize technological development trends.
2. Foundational Software Knowledge: Possess a solid understanding of foundational software concepts and architecture, with technical expertise in areas such as large models, systems, databases, compilers, and programming languages.
3. Innovative Thinking: Strong forward-thinking ability to identify the commercial potential of emerging technologies and provide strategic support for technological innovation and project development.
4. Communication and Collaboration Skills: Ability to work closely with technical experts and business teams, deeply understand technical needs, and drive the implementation of technology.
5. Mandarin Proficiency: Proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese is required.

Preferred Qualifications

1. A degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
2. Background in or experience with technical projects in large models, systems, databases, compilers, and programming languages is preferred.

Career Development

This role focuses on cutting-edge technology insights and is responsible for transforming technical leads into technology projects. By joining us, you will contribute to the development of next-generation large-scale technical directions, enhancing your personal technical breadth and depth while expanding your technical vision.

This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.