System Software Architect

About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the office, or on the go.

This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and Huawei help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live.

For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don\’t align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs.

This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values:

• staying customer-centric,
• inspiring dedication,
• persevering,
• Growing by reflection

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview

Huawei’s vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward.

Key Responsibilities:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead system software development within a forward-looking CPU Architecture team. You will be at the forefront of pioneering next-generation CPU innovations and integrating them into critical software ecosystems, shaping the future of Cloud and Mobile computing. As both a hands-on individual contributor and a technical leader, you will collaborate closely with CPU architects and cross-functional teams worldwide to ensure flawless integration of new architectural features, driving software optimization and performance across diverse platforms. The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Serve as the technical authority for the full software stack—firmware, kernel, hypervisor, drivers, and applications—enabling advanced CPU architecture features for Cloud and Mobile use cases.
• Work closely with cross-functional architects and leaders to prototype, design, and deliver system-level software solutions, balancing timelines, performance, quality, and security requirements.
• Serve as both a hands-on individual contributor and a technical lead, guiding the team in low-level system programming (C/C++ code), standards-based firmware development, and operating system design.
• Partner with CPU architects to seamlessly integrate new architectural features into Kernel, Hypervisor, Firmware, and driver development.
• Drive alignment with key software ecosystems (e.g., open-source communities) to secure adoption of new CPU architecture features, ensuring solutions are optimized for speed, efficiency, and security.
• Ensure the successful R&D of CPU architecture advancements and their deployment into target markets (e.g., Server and Mobile), adhering to the latest Arm architectural standards.
• Translate client requirements into actionable technical strategies, bridging the gap between architectural innovation and end user products.
• Lead software profiling, optimization, and instrumentation efforts to ensure high-performance, secure solutions.

This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in system software development, with a focus on kernel or hypervisor development, low-level system programming (C/C++/assembly), and firmware/OS design.
• Proven track record of leading system software projects while actively contributing to codebases (C/C++/Python).
• Ability to drive the full software lifecycle—from concept to production, deployment, and maintenance.
• Deep understanding of CPU architecture principles (particularly Arm-based systems), translating them into secure, high-performance software solutions.
• Extensive experience with Linux stacks, including kernel drivers, firmware, networking, storage, and OS internals.
• Strong knowledge of device driver integration, testing methodologies, and design for test/validation best practices.
• Familiarity with open-source development processes, upstream Linux collaboration, and community engagement.
• Track record of successfully integrating contributions into mainstream projects.
• Experience with software profiling, optimization, and instrumentation to maximize performance for workloads, applications, and compilers.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical ideas to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in coordinating across diverse teams and disciplines to achieve shared objectives.

Desired:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• In-depth familiarity with Arm AArch64 architecture and System-on-a-Chip (SoC) architectures.
• Proficient in Linux Memory Management and Virtualisation.
• Experience with Android or HarmonyOS.
• Knowledge of heterogeneous system designs involving GPU/NPU, compositing display processors, and image signal processing.

What we offer:

• 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)
• Group Personal Pension
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Medical expense claim scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sports club and social events
• Additional time off for learning and development

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