CBG Technology Planning Expert

Huawei Technologies Research & Development (UK) Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider in ICT seeks an experienced researcher to evaluate emerging technologies, produce strategic reports, and drive innovation programs. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and extensive experience in relevant technical domains, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Join us to shape the future of technology at a pioneering research organization in Cambridge.

Benefits

33 days annual leave entitlement

Group Personal Pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Medical expense claim scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Company sports club and social events

Additional time off for learning and development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry or academic experience in a relevant field.
• Fluency in English; Chinese proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate emerging technologies and their commercial potential.
• Produce high-impact technology analysis reports for senior leadership.
• Engage with external partners to foster innovation.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication

Project leadership

Collaboration

Education

PhD

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate emerging technologies and their commercial potential through in-depth research, including literature reviews, technology trend analysis, and simulations.
• Produce high-impact technology analysis reports for senior leadership (chief scientists, executives, and decision-makers) to guide strategic direction.
• Conduct early-stage feasibility studies and simulations to shape technical roadmaps.
• Define and drive corporate & business unit (BU) innovation programs, ensuring alignment with long-term objectives.
• Engage with external partners, including researchers, suppliers, and ecosystem collaborators, to foster innovation.
• Influence product development strategies across cross-functional teams.
• Support prototyping efforts for preliminary technical assessments when required.
• Organize and facilitate internal seminars/workshops, maintaining active technical exchanges with academic and industry partners.
  
  

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.

Required:

• PhD with 5+ years of industry or academic experience in a relevant field.
• Technical expertise in one or more of the following domains (multiple positions available):
• VLSI: System design, fabrication, and packaging.
• Advanced semiconductor technologies: Heterogeneous integration (3DIC), optoelectronics, thermal management, and back-end testing.
• Multi-physics modeling & simulation (particularly for electronics).
• Imaging systems: Pixel design, circuit architecture, and imaging pipelines.
• Computing architectures: CPU/GPU cores, AI accelerators.
• AI/ML algorithms & hardware implementations (processors/ASICs).
• Low-power design (device to system level).
• Wireless communication systems.
• Strong analytical mindset – capable of tackling both high-level strategic challenges and deep technical details.
• Self-driven learner – stays ahead of emerging trends in technology.
• Exceptional communication & persuasion skills – thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• Project leadership – ability to steer cross-functional teams toward well-defined goals.
• Collaborative approach – works effectively with diverse engineering teams, fostering knowledge sharing and providing clear updates to stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel – occasional trips within Europe and internationally for conferences and partner engagements.
• Relationship-building – cultivates strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluency in English (written & spoken); Chinese proficiency is a plus.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel – able to distill complex concepts into clear, impactful presentations.
  
  

What We Offer

• 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)
• Group Personal Pension
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Medical expense claim scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sports club and social events
• Additional time off for learning and development