Huawei Technologies Research and Development (UK) Ltd

Huawei Technologies Research & Development (UK) Ltd in Cambridge seeks an expert to lead advanced system performance modeling and simulation. This role involves optimizing software and hardware, using tools like gem5, and creating benchmarks for CPU microarchitecture design. Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree and have relevant project experience in chip performance modeling. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, work-life balance initiatives, and attractive financial packages, including pensions and bonuses.

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. Job Summary Key Responsibilities Be responsible for one of the sub technical direction of AI Processor Software & Hardware Co-design Lab, identify key root technologies related to NPU chips, develop evolution strategies and roadmaps, promote and implement the evolution strategies to build industry-leading technical competitiveness, support Huawei's business success in the computing field. Carry out technology and business innovation, integrate several sub-domains of application algorithms, frameworks, runtime, modelling and simulation, and compilers from the perspective of processors, and build end-to-end architecture competitiveness. Grasp the AI industry and technology trends, gain insight into the development direction of AI applications and algorithms, develop key technical architectures of basic AI software and hardware, and resolve key usability and performance issues in full-stack AI through technical projects. 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. Person Specification Required Rich experience in optimizing AI chip architectures and AI systems, be familiar with mainstream heterogeneous computing software and hardware architectures in the industry, and have comprehensive capabilities from applications to basic software to chips. Hands on experience of one of the following technologies: Numerical Calculation, Compilation, Algorithm & chip co design, Runtime, Shared Memory. Knowledge of AI industry application scenarios, be familiar with mainstream models and algorithm development trends, and be able to extract requirements for the chip layer. Proficient in key bottlenecks identification based on scenarios such as NLP and large models and key application algorithms to drive reasonable software architecture evolution. Desired Experience in software usability improvement projects. Relevant experience in several sub-fields of AI application algorithms, frameworks, runtime, modelling and simulation, and compilers. In depth understanding of the innovative methods, platforms, and tools of AI head manufacturers, and have experience in transforming application and academic research achievements into commercial products. 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 Social events Additional time off for learning and development

Your Role You will spearhead advanced system performance modelling and simulation, seamlessly integrating software and hardware to boost efficiency and maintain a competitive edge. By identifying execution hotspots, evaluating performance metrics, driving software-hardware co-optimization, and utilizing tools like gem5, you will lead the way in innovating CPU microarchitecture design, enhancing product performance, and advancing energy efficiency. This role is pivotal in crafting systems that deliver exceptional user experiences and set benchmarks for sustainable excellence. Main Responsibilities Perform system performance modeling and simulation, ensuring the collaborative optimization of software and hardware. Identify program execution hotspots and microarchitecture bottlenecks through top-down analysis of computing load requirements and bottlenecks in key service scenarios, guiding software architecture optimization and hardware acceleration implementation. Develop performance models for the software load and hardware/chip architecture of terminal systems, creating evaluation models for user experience performance indicators based on software load and hardware specifications, and supporting chip and product planning performance evaluations. Lead the development and maintenance of the gem5 emulator to evaluate and optimize system performance in detail. Build benchmarks tailored to terminal software characteristics and guide CPU microarchitecture design, vertically optimizing soft and hard cores to enhance product performance and energy efficiency competitiveness. Skills/Qualifications Master's degree or higher in IC, Microelectronics, Computer Science, Communication, or related fields. Relevant experience with practical project work in chip performance modeling, simulation, and collaborative software-hardware optimization. Proficiency in system performance modeling and simulation tools (e.g., gem5, QEMU), with the ability to develop and maintain gem5 simulators. Deep understanding of the chip design process, with the capability to analyze and optimize chip performance. Expertise in software and hardware co-design methodologies to optimize system-level performance. Strong knowledge of benchmark construction and microarchitecture design, with the ability to guide CPU microarchitecture optimization. What we offer Comprehensive healthcare including private medical insurance and life insurance. Work-life balance with company sports club, social events, and additional learning and development time off. Attractive financial and retirement benefits, including pension schemes and bonus incentives.

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. Job Summary Huawei's UK Research Center is seeking a Performance Modeling Engineer to join our growing CPU Architecture team. You will be at the forefront of pioneering next-generation CPU innovations and guiding Huawei's architectural roadmap. Using advanced modeling, simulation, and workload characterization techniques, you will evaluate potential hardware design choices, quantify their trade-offs, and provide data-driven insights that shape upcoming CPU features. Key Responsibilities You will design, implement, and refine performance models that accurately predict CPU microarchitecture behavior, maintaining in-house toolchains for cycle-accurate, trace-driven, or statistical simulations. Leveraging these models, you will assess the feasibility and cost-benefit trade-offs of new CPU features by conducting in-depth performance and power analyses. This includes developing new methodologies, automating workflows, and creating intuitive visualizations to reveal bottlenecks and guide optimizations. Working closely with architects, software engineers, and a global community of performance modeling experts, you will collaborate on design reviews, share best practices, and continuously improve our modeling strategies to inform next-generation CPU innovations. 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 Bachelor's (BS) or Master's (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields, with coursework or relevant experience in Computer Architecture. Prior hands on experience in performance modeling and analysis of CPU microarchitecture. Familiarity with cycle accurate, cycle approximate or functional simulators, microarchitecture pipelines, and common performance metrics. Strong proficiency in C/C++ for large scale software development, with working knowledge of Python for scripting and data analysis. Excellent interpersonal skills, with a track record of working collaboratively in multi disciplinary teams. Able to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non technical audiences. Desired Experience with power models and cache system models. Strong software development experience, including design specification, coding, testing, and debugging. Experience with, or understanding of, Arm architectures (e.g., Armv8-A, Armv9-A). Exposure to microarchitecture level performance counters, or hardware software co optimization. Experience with RTL and SystemC simulators. Knowledge of System Architecture/Software. What We Offer Innovative Environment: Engage with cutting edge research that shapes the future of global CPU designs. Global Collaboration: Collaborate with a diverse, worldwide community of performance modelers, architects, and software engineers. Professional Growth: Access training, mentorship, and development pathways, enabling you to specialize or broaden your expertise. Impactful Work: Influence CPU solutions used by millions of devices worldwide, driving real world performance gains.

Huawei Technologies Research & Development (UK) Ltd is seeking a Chief AI System Software & Hardware Co-design Architect in Cambridge. In this key role, you will drive the evolution of Huawei's AI systems by optimizing chip architectures and leading innovations in AI technology. Candidates should have a strong technical background, experience in AI industry applications, and a proven track record of transforming research into commercial products. The position includes comprehensive benefits and development opportunities.

Your Role As the Chief AI System Software & Hardware Co-design Architect at Huawei, you will be at the helm of pioneering Huawei's AI system into a new era. Your role involves: Shaping the future of AI: drive the technical edge of Huawei's AI processors, delving into core NPU chip technologies, setting direction for innovations. Strategizing for Global Impact: craft and steer comprehensive evolution strategies and roadmaps, charting Huawei's dominance in the AI system domain. Integrate cutting edge technologies: spearhead integration across AI sub domains (memory hierarchy, interconnect topology, application algorithms, frameworks, runtime environments, modelling, simulation, SDK, compilers), synthesizing them from a system centric view. Lead in AI evolution: stay ahead of AI industry trends, understand and predict future AI applications and algorithms, develop key technical architectures for foundational AI software and hardware. Guide and inspire technical teams: orchestrate lifecycle management of complex technical projects, identify and leverage global resources to enhance outcomes. We Seek Visionary leaders with rich experience in optimizing AI chip architectures and systems, strategic thinkers familiar with AI industry applications, with capabilities from applications to basic software to chips. Experts with comprehensive knowledge of AI industry applications, adept at navigating evolving mainstream AI models and algorithm trends, skilled in discerning nuanced requirements for the chip layer. Mastery in technical problem solving, especially in NLP and large scale AI models, able to pinpoint and resolve bottlenecks. Pioneers in strategic development and innovation, guiding planning and architecture for cutting edge chip technologies and foundational system software, leading R&D teams successfully. Experience in enhancing software usability. Proficiency across AI sub fields (application algorithms, frameworks, runtimes, modelling, simulation, compilers). Track record of transforming academic research into commercial successes. Benefits 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 & development