Computing Technology Expert

Language Requirement: Fluent English and Mandarin Chinese

A leading global technology and research organisation is looking for a senior technical expert to join its advanced computing research team in Cambridge.

This is a highly strategic role focused on identifying the next generation of computing technologies and helping shape long-term R&D direction.

The position is suited to someone with deep technical expertise in computer architecture, AI computing, high-performance computing or related areas, combined with a strong understanding of emerging academic and industry trends.

Unlike a traditional engineering role, this position combines technical depth with technology strategy, external research collaboration and ecosystem engagement.

The successful candidate will work closely with international R&D teams while building relationships with leading universities, research institutes, startups, technology companies and investment communities.

• Analyse long‑term challenges and emerging opportunities across advanced computing and AI technologies.
• Identify important technology trends, breakthrough research directions and leading technical resources across the global computing ecosystem.
• Work closely with international R&D teams to help define short‑term and long‑term technology roadmaps.
• Conduct technical deep dives into emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on future computing platforms.
• Provide strategic insight across areas such as processor architecture, AI computing, memory, interconnect, accelerators and high‑performance computing.
• Identify potential opportunities for academic collaboration, technology partnerships, investment or acquisition.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with leading universities, research laboratories, startups and technology partners.
• Attend and engage with major academic conferences, industry events and research communities.
• Translate emerging academic research and technical developments into commercially and strategically relevant opportunities.
• Support senior stakeholders with technical insight and recommendations relating to future computing technology.

Candidates should have strong expertise in at least one of the following areas:

• CPU, GPU, NPU or DPU architecture
• AI accelerators
• Memory systems and memory hierarchy
• Interconnect and Network-on-Chip technologies
• High‑performance computing
• AI servers and HPC servers
• Hardware/software co‑design
• Heterogeneous computing
• Advanced processor technologies

Experience across multiple areas would be particularly valuable.

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong preference for candidates with a PhD and an established research background.
• Deep technical expertise within advanced computing, processor architecture, AI computing or a closely related field.
• Strong understanding of current and emerging trends within computing technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly understand new technical areas through academic papers, conferences and engagement with technical experts.
• Strong academic or industrial research background.
• Track record of scientific publications at recognised conferences or journals.
• Strong analytical and technical insight capabilities.
• Comfortable engaging with senior researchers, professors, engineers, technology executives and external partners.
• Ability to operate effectively across both technical and strategic discussions.
• Professional working proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Particularly relevant candidates may currently or previously have worked within:

• Major semiconductor or processor…