Principal AI Datacenter Research Engineer Full-time

Huawei’s Munich Research Center is responsible for advanced technology research, architectural development, design and strategic engineering of our products.

The Applied Network Technology Lab (ANTL) in Munich is growing its capabilities focusing on several key research areas, of which can be mentioned: AI for security purposes – enabling on-the-fly phishing detection, industrial networking, and next generation Ethernet solutions for data centers. We are looking for an experienced and innovative network researcher.

Join usas a

Principal AI Datacenter Research Engineer (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Lead the exploration of how AI workloads such as inference and training impact network traffic in Data Centers.
• Spearhead innovation in Ethernet and Ultra Ethernet technologies to optimize network performance in AI-driven environments.
• Monitor and comprehend advancements in Ethernet technologies, analyze standards (e.g. IEEE 802.3, UEC, OIF, MSA), assess their implications and identify opportunities for innovation and strategic advancement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align network protocol advancements with hardware development, ensuring cohesive planning and innovation for next-generation solutions
• Focus on system-level performance optimization, particularly enhancement of bottom-layer encoding and decoding algorithms and protocols, including end-to-end physical layer and data link layer technologies.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and provide leadership in technical discussions and reviews.

Your areas of expertise

• Master’s and/or PhD degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer science or any related areas.
• Profound knowledge of Ethernet protocols, network architectures and traffic management techniques.
• Demonstrated deep knowledge of AI learning and inference workflows, including network traffic patterns produced (e.g. burst, bandwidth, latency-sensitive traffic). How these are handled in modern data center network architectures including load balancing, flow control and congestion control mechanisms.
• In depth knowledge of industry trends of Ethernet technologies and insight into key technologies of next-generation Ethernet.
• Proficiency in network simulation and modeling tools (e.g. HTsim).
• Proficiency in IEEE 802.3 standard protocol
• Contributions to research papers or patents in Ethernet or high-speed communication systems.
• Excellent intercultural communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Full professional proficiency in English (both written and spoken). German and/or Chinese knowledge is an advantage.

Some travel activity should be expected as part of the job.

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Your rewards of working here

• Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.
• We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.
• To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.
• Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.
• Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.

Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.

Huawei is a 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. Our ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world’s population. With 197,000 employees, Huawei is committed to develop the future information society and build a Better Connected World.

Department Applied Network Technology Lab Locations Munich