The Mission: Build the Future of Cyber Protection.
Lead Innovation. Shape the Next Generation of Cyber Defense.
We are looking for an experienced technical leader to guide our high-impact XDR (Extended Detection and Response) team.
This is not a typical management position - its a rare opportunity to lead core innovation at the intersection of AI, advanced security research, and large-scale product development.
You will drive next-generation, AI-powered detection and response capabilities to stop sophisticated attacks such as APTs, ransomware, and emerging threat vectors across OS, browser, and network layers.
Your teams work will operate deep inside operating systems and network stacks, where performance, reliability, and security meet, protecting millions of users globally.
As a player-coach, you will combine leadership with strong technical direction.
You will serve as the front-facing innovation leader, collaborating with other teams, steering joint research initiatives, and influencing the future of Huaweis cybersecurity strategy.
You will:
Lead & Mentor a High-Impact Team
Empower engineers, data scientists, and security researchers. Foster a modern culture of innovation, experimentation, and technical excellence.
Drive AI-Enabled Security Innovation
Shape the architecture and roadmap for advanced detection engines, behavioral analytics, and ML-driven prevention technologies.
Be a Hands-On Technical Leader
Demonstrate real technical credibility through contributions to architecture, design, and complex kernel/user-level components on Linux and/or Windows.
Own the team's Full R&D Lifecycle from initial research and PoCs to productization, optimization, and global-scale deployment.
Collaborate with external partners, and academic collaborators. Lead cross-border innovation and ensure technology alignment.
Requirements: 8+ years of cybersecurity R&D experience, including 3+ years of leading engineering or security teams
Deep expertise in OS internals and kernel/user-mode development (Windows or Linux)
Bonus Points:
Experience building EDR/NDR/XDR products
Contributions to open-source security tools
Research collaborations with academic institutions
Publications in top security conferences or industry venues
Skills
Strong architectural skills across processes, memory, I/O, networking, and system performance
Ability to lead in matrixed, multicultural environments
Strategic thinking, curiosity, and a passion for modern security innovation
Excellent English communication skills.
This position is open to all candidates.