R&D Lead: Network Capabilities & AI Innovation

DCG; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DCG in Warszawa is seeking an R&D Lead for Network Capabilities to define and lead the research agenda at the intersection of networks, AI, sensing, and physical systems. You will develop concepts through prototypes and experiments while building collaborations with academia, startups, and industry partners.

The role requires strong systems thinking, excellent communication, and the ability to translate research into strategic telecom capabilities, publications, IP, and thought leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in applied research, experimentation, or advanced tech strategy.
• Strong collaboration and ecosystem-building skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Passion for future technologies and transformative infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the research agenda for future network capabilities.
• Develop prototypes and experiments to validate concepts.
• Build collaborations with academia, startups, and industry partners.
• Translate research into strategic telecom capabilities.
• Identify and assess impactful technology trends.
• Contribute to publications, IP, and thought leadership.

Skills

Network architectures

Distributed AI

Cyber-physical systems

Autonomous systems

Sensing technologies

Cross-domain collaboration

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

PhD in relevant field

Degree in Computer Science / AI / Telecommunications

Job description

DCG in Warszawa is seeking an R&D Lead for Network Capabilities to define and lead the research agenda at the intersection of networks, AI, sensing, and physical systems. You will develop concepts through prototypes and experiments while building collaborations with academia, startups, and industry partners.

The role requires strong systems thinking, excellent communication, and the ability to translate research into strategic telecom capabilities, publications, IP, and thought leadership.