R&D Lead: AI/HPC & Communications for Next-Gen Networks

DCG; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

DCG is seeking an R&D Lead for Classical Communication & Compute to shape a forward-looking research program and drive cutting-edge prototypes and demonstrations. The role demands bridging research, engineering, and business while collaborating with global academia, startups, and industry leaders.

The candidate should have deep expertise in wireless, photonics, AI/HPC, and distributed systems, plus a strong architectural mindset and excellent English.

Qualifications

• Expertise across multiple areas: wireless, photonics, AI/HPC, distributed systems, and future internet architectures.
• Experience in applied research, prototyping, or advanced tech development.
• Ability to bridge research, engineering, and business stakeholders.
• Strong network in academia and industry.
• Excellent English (written and spoken).
• Strong systems-thinking and architectural mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills.
• Curiosity, vision, and passion for deep tech.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive a forward-looking research agenda.
• Explore novel architectures and emerging technology paradigms.
• Develop prototypes, experiments, and technology demonstrators.
• Lead technology foresight and strategic assessments.
• Collaborate internationally with academia, startups, and industry leaders.
• Translate research into future network and infrastructure strategies.
• Contribute to IP, publications, and thought leadership.

Skills

Wireless

Photonics

AI/HPC

Distributed systems

Future internet

Education

PhD preferred

Job description

DCG is seeking an R&D Lead for Classical Communication & Compute to shape a forward-looking research program and drive cutting-edge prototypes and demonstrations. The role demands bridging research, engineering, and business while collaborating with global academia, startups, and industry leaders.

The candidate should have deep expertise in wireless, photonics, AI/HPC, and distributed systems, plus a strong architectural mindset and excellent English.