Kraków T Hub - Research Area; R&D Lead – Network Capabilities

T Hub - Research Area (R&D) Lead – Network Capabilities

Are you ready to redefine the role of networks beyond connectivity?

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, Deutsche Telekom’s research and innovation unit, we explore technologies shaping how networks interact with the physical world. We’re looking for a visionary leader to drive the next generation of intelligent network capabilities.

Lead the evolution of networks from communication infrastructure to intelligent capability platforms, enabling interaction between humans, machines, AI, and the physical world.

• Define and lead the research agenda for future network capabilities
• Explore emerging paradigms at the intersection of networks, AI, sensing, and physical systems
• Develop and validate concepts through prototypes and experiments
• Build collaborations with academia, startups, and industry partners
• Identify and assess impactful technology trends
• Translate research into strategic telecom capabilities
• Contribute to publications, intellectual property, and thought leadership

• Network sensing
• Physical AI
• Digital identity & trust infrastructures
• Distributed intelligence
• Cyber‑physical systems
• Context‑aware and autonomous networks
• Real‑time orchestration of physical environments

• Degree in Computer Science, AI, Telecommunications, Robotics, Systems Engineering, or similar;
  PhD is a strong plus
• Expertise in areas such as network architectures, distributed AI, physical AI, sensing, cyber‑physical systems, or autonomous systems
• Strong systems‑thinking and cross‑domain mindset
• Experience in applied research, experimentation, or advanced tech strategy
• Strong collaboration and ecosystem‑building skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Passion for future technologies and transformative infrastructure

Medical, sport and life insurance packages at preferential terms

Access to our products and services at preferential terms

Employment contract‑based cooperation

Know Talent – receive training or financial bonus for recommending new employees

Our recruitment decision is based solely on an assessment of your skills (race, skin color, sexual orientation, gender identity, origin, disability, political view, appearance, or religion will not influence the outcome of the process).