Linux Research Assistant - Automation & Systems Support

Huawei; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited in Cambridge seeks a motivated Research Assistant to support the Computing team with hands-on technical and research tasks. You will help with experiments, tooling, system validation, and project execution in Linux environments.

The role involves developing automation scripts, maintaining documentation, and coordinating with researchers, engineers, and project managers to drive R&D activities forward in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a research support, project coordination, systems engineering, or technical support role.
• Solid experience in Linux environments with CLI, basic admin and troubleshooting.
• Ability to write and maintain automation scripts (Bash, Python or similar).
• Practical knowledge of Git and build systems (Make, CMake).
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills using logs and analysis.
• Good understanding of ICT systems and hardware interactions.
• Understanding of CPU/micro-architecture, branch prediction, prefetching and cache hierarchies.
• Proficiency in C/C++, with knowledge of Assembly Language and compiler technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support research and development activities in Linux-based environments, including command-line usage and troubleshooting.
• Assist with research experiments, prototype systems, and performance evaluations related to ICT and computing systems.
• Write and maintain automation scripts to support experimentation and data processing.
• Support the use of version control and build systems, including Git, Make, and CMake.
• Collect and summarize experimental data, logs, and system metrics for reporting.
• Assist in investigating new architectures, tools, or optimisation techniques under senior guidance.
• Support Project Managers in planning, scheduling, and monitoring R&D activities.
• Track milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and risks; maintain project plans and risk registers.
• Prepare and maintain technical and project documentation including proposals and status reports.
• Coordinate communication between internal teams and external partners or stakeholders.
• Organise and support project and research meetings; provide logistical support for execution.

Skills

Linux environments

Command-line usage

System administration

Troubleshooting

Automation scripting

Bash

Python

Git

Make/CMake

Debugging and problem-solving

ICT systems understanding

C/C++ proficiency

Assembly basics

Education

Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

Make

CMake

Bash

Python

Job description

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited in Cambridge seeks a motivated Research Assistant to support the Computing team with hands-on technical and research tasks. You will help with experiments, tooling, system validation, and project execution in Linux environments.

The role involves developing automation scripts, maintaining documentation, and coordinating with researchers, engineers, and project managers to drive R&D activities forward in a fast-paced environment.