Strategic Research Engineer - Networks

Huawei; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Research Engineer for a dynamic role focused on exploring technological advancements and providing insights into future datacom networks. This position involves analyzing new technologies and their potential impact, preparing detailed reports to guide strategic decisions, and facilitating collaborations through seminars and workshops. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in computing networks and data communication, with a Ph.D. being an asset. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and work with experts in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree is an asset for the ideal candidate.
• Experience in academic and industrial institutions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technology insight activities and analyze new technologies.
• Prepare in-depth analysis reports for strategic decision-making.
• Organize seminars and maintain technical exchanges with partners.

Skills

Insight and analysis capabilities

Network traffic analysis

Routing protocols

Network security

AI large model training

AI inference-related technologies

Education

Ph.D. in Computing Network or Data Communication

Degree in related disciplines

Job description

Huawei Canadahas an immediate 12-month contract opening for a Strategic Research Engineer.

About the team:

The Technology Planning and Cooperation Department promotes strategic innovation across all of Huawei Canada. Working with fellow experts, the focus is researching new and upcoming areas of technology as well as strategic planning to help achieve long term vision of Huawei. This department offers a unique opportunity to leverage both technical and business skills.

About the job:

• Explore and conduct technology insight activities from the technical perspective.

• Explore technological advancements: The rapid advancement of new technologies has led to significant exploration and insights within the industry. For instance, DeepSeek's latest LLM presents heightened technical demands regarding network architecture, communication efficiency, and performance enhancement in all-to-all communication modes, driving innovation in related fields.

• Analyze the potential value, technical breakthrough and technical difficulties of new technologies related to future datacom network. Make in-depth technology and industry analysis reports, providing an overview reference for the strategic decision-making.

• Involve in tracking the latest technology achievements in the related fields through international conferences, publications and business exhibitions, etc.

• Assist in organizing seminars and workshops in related fields and maintain regular technical exchanges with academic and business partners.

About the ideal candidate:

• Education background in computing network, data communication or related disciplines. Ph.D. degree is an asset.

• Work experience in both academic and industrial institutions is an asset.

• Insight and analysis capabilities into future network traffic, routing protocols, network security, AI large model training, and inference-related technologies.