Huawei is the 2nd highest private sector investor in research and the development in the world. With 107,000+ dedicated employees, Huawei has the largest R&D Institute on the planet. In Europe, we have a wide network of 28+ Research Centers dedicated to fundamental and applied technology research, academic research cooperation projects, and strategic technical planning.

Our Huawei Zurich Research Center (ZRC) is embedded in the European network and plays a pivotal role in driving innovation. The research work of our Labs is carried out not only by Huawei's internal research staff but also by our academic research partners in universities across Europe.

As part of ZRC, our Future Storage Group is at the forefront of innovation in storage and memory systems, exploring the cutting-edge intersection of these technologies. Our mission is to design the next generation of storage systems, tailored to meet the demands of future applications.

We are a research-driven, hands-on team, dedicated to advancing the field through impactful research, publishing groundbreaking papers, and fostering collaborations across departments to achieve true hardware-software co-design. Our work is not just theoretical; we are committed to creating solutions that leave a lasting mark on the industry.

As a focused and passionate group, we thrive on exploring exciting new research directions and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in storage and memory systems.

Our team is growing and we are looking for a high caliber

(Senior) Research Scientist in Computing Systems (OS, Storage and Memory)

In this role, you will lead cutting-edge research efforts, developing next-generation prototypes where Compute and Storage converge to redefine high-performance, distributed storage and memory systems

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct original research to conceptualize and design pioneering technologies for Compute and Storage Systems, leveraging advancements in technologies such as ultra-low-latency storage, and high-speed interconnects.
• Design and prototype scalable, high-performance architectures for distributed memory, ensuring seamless integration with emerging storage mediums and acceleration technologies.
• Strategically collaborate with academic partners, drive intellectual property initiatives, and shape our technology roadmap to maintain a competitive edge in high-impact research domains.
• Publish high-quality research in top-tier conferences and journals, contributing to the broader research community and advancing knowledge in the field.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or MSc in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields with a strong research background in systems and/or storage.
• Proven research experience in OS, high-performance storage, or data infrastructure, with publications or patents in relevant areas.
• Familiarity with server CPU architectures and memory/storage technologies.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work in interdisciplinary research teams.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, with a strong ability to convey complex research ideas effectively

If you’re driven by curiosity and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us on this journey!

What we offer

• Competitive salary 
• Work with top Researchers and University Professors
• Research on high-impact topics.
• Growth & development