Senior System Security Researcher (m/f/d)

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Senior System Security Researcher (m/f/d), Munich

Client: Huawei Research Center Germany & Austria

Location: Munich, Germany

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3bc3eebdd497

Job Views: 4

Posted: 26.06.2025

Expiry Date: 10.08.2025

Job Description:

Huawei's vision is to enrich life through communication. We are a fast growing and leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider.

Driven by a commitment to operations, ongoing innovation, and open collaboration, we have established a competitive ICT portfolio of end-to-end solutions in Telecom and enterprise networks, Devices and Cloud technology and services.

Huawei is active in more than 170 countries and has over 197,000 employees, of which more than 80,000 are engaged in research and development (R&D). Join us to work in a dynamic, multinational environment with more than 150 nationalities worldwide.

Shape the Future of System Security with Huawei in Munich!

Huawei's Munich Research Center (MRC) is a hub for advanced technical innovation, architecture evolution, and strategic technical planning. The Trusted System Security (TSS) Lab focuses on researching and developing technologies that enhance the integrity and trustworthiness of Huawei's next-generation computing products.

Are you a system security expert with a research mindset and a passion for solving real-world security challenges? Then join us as a Senior System Security Researcher (m/f/d) and help secure the computing infrastructure for AI!

Your Mission:

• Pioneer new system and platform security architectures leveraging hardware Roots of Trust (e.g., TPM, DICE) and memory protection technologies for CPUs, NPUs, and GPUs to secure AI and HPC workloads
• Lead the design and implementation of security prototypes for heterogeneous systems and drive their integration into data center and consumer platforms
• Deliver architecture and integration documentation, secure patents, and present research findings at top-tier conferences
• Contribute to industry analysis, strategic planning, and development of industry standards in system and platform security (e.g., TCG, OCP)

Your Expertise:

• PhD or postdoc in computer science, focusing on system security
• Deep knowledge of computing architectures (ARM, RISC-V, x86) and OS concepts
• Research experience in system security technologies such as Roots of Trust (TPM, DICE), defenses (CFI, memory tagging), ISA security extensions, TEEs (TrustZone, SGX, TDX, SEV, CCA), or kernel-based technologies
• Proficiency in Rust or C/C++ system programming
• Relevant familiarity with GPU/NPU architectures or distributed computing in LLM scenarios
• Excellent communication skills in English

We promote a diverse and inclusive environment valuing initiative, autonomous work, and teamwork.

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Your Rewards:

• Innovative culture with team spirit and knowledge exchange
• Healthy meals in our company canteen
• Training opportunities, including online and face-to-face courses in German and Mandarin
• Diverse environment with around 40 nationalities
• Self-responsible work in a motivated, growing team

Please send your application and CV (including cover letter and references) in English.