Chief Scientist in Physical AI

Noah’s Ark Lab at Huawei Canada has operated since 2012 as a research institute recognized for its work in both academic and industry circles. The lab advances artificial intelligence and related fields, with a focus on projects that drive long-term impact. Areas of expertise include large language models, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, computer vision, AI theory, and autonomous driving. Research at the lab aims to refine state-of-the-art methods and integrate new innovations into practical products and services. Role overview The Chief Scientist in Physical AI leads research and development efforts in Embodied AI and Spatial AI. This role involves close collaboration with researchers and engineers to address practical challenges and move advanced research into scalable, real-world applications. What you will do Direct research in Embodied AI and Spatial AI, working with teams to solve real-world problems and transition solutions into production. Develop new methods in Physical AI, including robotic foundation models, world models, multimodal representation learning, reasoning and planning, as well as imitation and reinforcement learning with low-level control. Translate complex research and model designs into efficient, production-ready systems, supporting rapid iteration and experimentation. Design and execute experiments in both simulated and real robotic environments, focusing on data collection, evaluation, and performance analysis. Lead closed-loop learning initiatives by integrating data, models, and real-world feedback to enhance system reliability and adaptability. Promote collaboration across research, infrastructure, and robotics teams to build scalable, coherent systems. Contribute to impactful research outputs, including patents and publications in leading venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, and ICRA. Location This position is based in Markham, Ontario, Canada.

About the Team Noah’s Ark Lab, established in 2012, drives research at Huawei Canada with a focus on artificial intelligence. The lab’s work spans both academic and industry applications, supporting projects that shape AI’s future in areas such as large language models, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, computer vision, AI theory, and autonomous driving. The team is committed to long-term research that directly informs Huawei’s products and services. Role Overview The Senior Researcher in Physical AI will join the Markham, Ontario team to tackle practical challenges in Embodied AI and Spatial AI. This position blends foundational research with real-world application, working closely with other researchers and engineers. Key Responsibilities Work with a multidisciplinary team to address challenges in Embodied AI and Spatial AI, connecting research outcomes to practical solutions. Develop and test new methodologies for Physical AI, focusing on areas such as robotic foundation models, world models, multimodal representation learning, reasoning and planning, imitation learning, reinforcement learning, and low-level control. Translate problem definitions and model designs into production-ready code, supporting rapid experimentation and iteration. Design and conduct experiments on both simulation and real-world robotics platforms, including data collection, evaluation, and performance analysis. Collaborate across research, infrastructure, and robotics teams to create a feedback loop between data, models, and real-world performance. Contribute to patents and publish research in leading AI and robotics venues. Compensation Total target annual compensation for this role ranges from $127,000 to $225,000, depending on educational background, experience, and demonstrated expertise.

Join Huawei Canada as a Research Scientist!The Noah's Ark Lab, established in 2012, has emerged as a leading research entity dedicated to pioneering advancements in artificial intelligence and its applications. Our mission is to leverage cutting-edge research to enhance both our products and the broader community. Our projects encompass a wide range of AI disciplines, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Reinforcement Learning (RL), Natural Language Processing (NLP), computer vision, AI theory, and Autonomous driving.Key Responsibilities:Drive independent research and development in computer vision and multimodal foundation models.Collaborate with diverse teams to embed computer vision technologies into comprehensive spatial reasoning systems.Mentor junior engineers and interns, cultivating a dynamic and innovative team culture.Enhance our intellectual property through active participation in patent submissions and scholarly publications.Keep informed on the latest trends and breakthroughs in computer vision and machine learning, while proactively seeking innovative opportunities.Effectively manage projects and consistently deliver exceptional results within set deadlines.

Join Huawei Canada as a Principal Scientist in our Computing Data Application Acceleration Lab!About the Team:Our lab is at the forefront of building a premier global data analytics platform, segmented into three specialized teams leveraging cutting-edge programming technologies. We focus on comprehensive innovations, particularly software-hardware co-design, to optimize data efficiency at both storage and runtime layers. Additionally, we are pioneering next-generation GPU architecture tailored for gaming, cloud rendering, VR/AR, and Metaverse applications.Our mission is to enhance algorithm performance and training efficiency across various sectors, cultivating long-term competitiveness.About the Role:Develop a precise and universal AI performance model utilizing mainstream AI acceleration technologies for comprehensive theoretical analysis.Monitor emerging hardware designs within the industry, performing in-depth analysis to pinpoint the trajectory of key advanced technologies.Collaborate with our AI research team to uncover critical performance bottlenecks in future AI workloads and define essential algo-hw co-design features for our next-generation chips, focusing on low cost, high throughput, scalability, and stability.Model performance of representative AI workloads using state-of-the-art training and inference algorithms across various hardware specifications to conduct quantitative assessments of compute, memory, I/O, and interconnect.Lead our team towards breakthroughs in acceleration algorithms, achieving the best balance between model quality and computational efficiency.Stay abreast of emerging algorithm-hardware co-design technologies, conducting detailed insights and analyses to grasp the key directions and trends in this cutting-edge area.

AECOM seeks an Environmental Project Manager, Scientist, or Engineer to support its Markham office. This position focuses on guiding environmental projects from initial planning through final delivery. Key responsibilities Manage environmental projects, coordinating schedules, resources, and teams to fulfill client requirements Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and standards throughout project phases Maintain clear and timely communication with clients and stakeholders Use technical expertise and leadership to advance project objectives from start to finish Role focus This role emphasizes both project management and technical oversight. Success depends on careful coordination, regulatory awareness, and effective collaboration with clients and team members.

Join Huawei Canada as an AI Agent Intern Researcher for a 12-month internship opportunity. This role allows you to immerse yourself in groundbreaking AI technologies.About Our TeamThe Technology Planning and Cooperation Department is at the forefront of shaping long-term technology strategies and pioneering innovations across CARI. Collaborate with senior researchers, system architects, and industry leaders, focusing on next-generation AI technologies and intelligent systems like foundation models and AI agents.Our group thrives at the convergence of technology foresight, advanced research, and prototype development, transforming visionary concepts into experimental systems and early-stage technology prototypes.This internship offers a unique chance to work on pioneering AI subjects while developing real technical prototypes that could shape future platforms and products.Internship Overview:We seek enthusiastic PhD Research Interns dedicated to exploring innovative AI technologies and developing experimental prototypes. The internship will involve AI agents, foundation models, and intelligent systems, merging technological insights with research and system prototyping.Interns will engage with cutting-edge topics, including AI agents and autonomous developer systems, while constructing experimental prototypes that may significantly influence future products and research pathways.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor advancements in AI/ML, foundation models, AI agents, and AI systems to uncover emerging technological opportunities.Evaluate research literature and industry trends to derive technical insights and potential research trajectories.Contribute to internal research reports and briefings on cutting-edge AI technologies and innovations.Design and develop experimental prototypes to investigate new AI architectures and system concepts.Build early-stage systems pertaining to AI agents, multi-agent systems, developer agents, and AI-native software platforms.

Join Huawei Canada as a Senior Researcher specializing in Embodied AI.About Our Team:Established in 2012, the Noah’s Ark Lab has become a leading research institution, achieving notable success in both academic and industrial realms. Our mission is to propel advancements in artificial intelligence and its applications for the betterment of society and our organization. We are committed to impactful and long-term projects aimed at enhancing cutting-edge research and integrating innovative solutions into our products, which include LLMs, RL, NLP, computer vision, AI theory, and autonomous driving technologies.Position Overview:Collaborate with a team of skilled researchers to tackle real-world challenges in the field of Embodied AI.Design and implement state-of-the-art methodologies for Embodied AI applications, focusing on areas such as generative AI, representation learning, foundational models, reasoning, planning, data generation and augmentation, reinforcement learning, and low-level control.Convert mathematical problem definitions and model specifications into efficient, executable code.Conduct evaluations and empirical studies utilizing robotic platforms in both simulated environments and real-world settings.Develop high-impact intellectual properties (e.g., patents) and contribute to research publications in premier AI conferences and journals.

Huawei Canada is excited to announce an immediate opening for a Senior Principal Researcher specializing in AI for Science.Join Our Innovative Team:At Huawei Canada, our Technology Planning and Cooperation Department is at the forefront of strategic innovation. Collaborate with top experts as we explore new technological frontiers and develop long-term strategies to fulfill Huawei's vision. This unique role allows you to blend both technical prowess and business acumen.As we advance our next-generation computing infrastructure and AI foundation models that seamlessly integrate physics, simulation, and learning at an unprecedented scale, we are seeking a visionary individual who can bridge the gap between scientific AI research and system-level innovation—propelling our mission to merge computing and connectivity, thereby facilitating large-scale AI for Science and simulation intelligence.Key Responsibilities:Engage in groundbreaking research at the intersection of scientific computation and AI infrastructure, focusing on areas such as physics-informed AI, distributed training, and hybrid simulation–ML workflows.Collaborate with Huawei’s Computation and Networking R&D teams to design infrastructure-aware AI models and optimize algorithms alongside hardware.Lead or significantly contribute to AI for Science foundation models in disciplines such as materials science, physics, molecular dynamics, or multi-scale simulations.Develop and prototype distributed training solutions and integrated AI pipelines utilizing Huawei’s MindSpore and Ascend AI ecosystems.Publish research findings in leading ML and scientific venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, JHEP, PRD) and enhance Huawei’s internal intellectual property and R&D assets.Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the strategic planning of Huawei’s AI for Science and Computing Infrastructure initiatives.

Huawei Canada is excited to announce an immediate opening for a 4 to 8-month internship opportunity for an AI Efficiency Researcher.About Our Team:Established in 2012, the Noah’s Ark lab has become a leading research hub, making significant contributions to both academic and industrial advancements. Our mission is to push the boundaries of artificial intelligence and allied fields for the betterment of both our company and society. We undertake impactful, long-term projects aimed at refining state-of-the-art research and integrating innovative solutions into our products and services, encompassing areas such as LLMs, RL, NLP, computer vision, AI theory, and Autonomous driving.Role Overview:Participate in pioneering research focused on optimizing AI systems, particularly aimed at improving performance on edge devices.Develop and investigate efficient algorithms and models to reduce computational and storage demands on edge devices.Research and apply AI model optimization techniques specific to various hardware platforms, including model quantization, pruning, and distillation.Assess and analyze the performance of optimized AI models in practical application scenarios.Work collaboratively with team members to tackle technical challenges and contribute to academic writing and publication efforts.

Join Huawei Canada as an Intern Researcher in AI Agent Evaluation!The Distributed Scheduling and Data Engine Lab, established in 2014, serves as Huawei Cloud's technical innovation hub in Canada. Our lab is dedicated to pioneering research and development in advanced cloud technologies, facilitating the productization and continual enhancement of our technical breakthroughs. We focus on cutting-edge areas such as cloud-native databases, intelligent SQL engines, LLM/Agent infrastructure, and LLM/Agent Evaluation Technology. Our collaborative environment with industry experts empowers us to build a competitive cloud platform.About the Role:Engage in groundbreaking research aimed at enhancing the capabilities and evaluation methods of large language model-based agents, contributing to the development of the next generation of dependable AI systems.Your focus will be on tackling fundamental challenges associated with deploying AI agents in complex, long-term tasks, particularly in managing context, reasoning under uncertainty, and ensuring consistent behavior.You will employ formal reasoning, causal inference, and theoretical foundations in your research strategies to deeply understand agent behavior across various environments.This position is research-centric, requiring you to define complex problems, conduct thorough experiments, and contribute to publishable findings rather than developing production-ready systems.The ultimate goal is to create principled methods and theoretical underpinnings that drive significant advancements in agent evaluation and autonomous reasoning.

Huawei Canada's Distributed Scheduling and Data Engine Lab in Markham has contributed to Huawei Cloud's technical growth since 2014. The team specializes in cloud-native databases, intelligent SQL engines, AI and agent infrastructure, and evaluating large language models. Close collaboration with industry experts shapes both new product development and the continuous improvement of cloud platforms. Role overview The Senior Engineer - Cloud AI Infrastructure role focuses on building and refining infrastructure to support AI and agentic workloads. This position blends research, systems engineering, and product delivery to advance cloud AI capabilities. What you will do Develop infrastructure for AI and agent workloads, combining technical research with hands-on engineering. Track trends in large language models, agentic AI, and multi-step agent workflows to inform infrastructure decisions. Identify and address performance bottlenecks related to GPU/NPU usage, data transfer, memory management, and distributed execution. Design and implement system-level architectures for agent execution, multi-model orchestration, and large-scale inference. Evaluate and optimize AI workload requirements on cloud and hybrid environments, balancing cost, performance, and scalability. Analyze the infrastructure stack, including distributed schedulers, inference pipelines, caching, and data access patterns. Work with engineering and product teams to prototype and deliver solutions based on research findings. Translate emerging AI trends and workload patterns into scalable infrastructure designs. Location Markham, Ontario, Canada

Join Huawei Canada as a Principal Architect and shape the future of AI.About Our Team:At the Computing Data Application Acceleration Lab, we are dedicated to pioneering a global data analytics platform through three specialized teams harnessing cutting-edge programming technologies. Our focus encompasses full-stack innovations, emphasizing software-hardware co-design and optimizing data efficiency across both storage and runtime layers. We are also at the forefront of developing next-gen GPU architectures tailored for gaming, cloud rendering, VR/AR, and Metaverse applications.Our lab strives to enhance algorithm performance and training efficiency across various sectors, ensuring sustained competitive advantage.Job Responsibilities:Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to spearhead the design of foundational model architectures for LLM, Code, and Multimodal subfields through innovations in post-training and continual training methodologies, aiming to develop foundational models that exhibit state-of-the-art performance and hardware efficiency.Define technical specifications for large-scale distributed training and inference infrastructures, including parallelization and operator fusion, while analyzing the computational characteristics of standard architectures to guarantee the precision and advancement of AI hardware and infrastructure evolution.

Huawei Canada is excited to announce a permanent opportunity for a Senior Researcher specializing in Voice AI.Team Overview:Join the Human-Machine Interaction Lab, where we bring together top talents from around the globe to transform the interaction between humans and technology. Our team is dedicated to pioneering innovative, user-centered designs and advancing research in human-computer interaction. We collaborate across various disciplines, developing groundbreaking interactive systems, sensing technologies, wearable and IoT devices, human factors, computer vision, and multimodal interfaces. Our mission is to elevate user experiences through impactful products and state-of-the-art research.Role Responsibilities:Engage in advanced research and rapid prototyping in the areas of speech and audio AI, including but not limited to speech enhancement, separation, recognition, speaker modeling, and audio-language/vision models.Design, implement, and critically evaluate cutting-edge deep learning architectures for effective speech and audio comprehension.Contribute to the development of Huawei’s next-generation intelligent products, such as smartphones, earbuds, wearables, and smart glasses, by innovating audio AI functionalities.Work collaboratively with research scientists, software engineers, and product teams to convert research findings into operational systems.Maintain awareness of emerging technologies in audio, multimodal, and large foundation models, contributing to publications, patents, and product innovations.Share research advancements and results with both internal and external stakeholders.

Join Huawei Canada as an Intern Researcher specializing in Embodied AI. This exciting opportunity awaits you!About Our Team:Established in 2012, the Noah's Ark Lab has become a leading research hub with significant contributions to both academia and industry. Our mission is to propel advancements in artificial intelligence and its applications, benefiting both the company and society at large. Through impactful projects, we strive to push the boundaries of state-of-the-art research while incorporating innovative solutions into our products and services across various domains including LLMs, RL, NLP, computer vision, AI theory, and autonomous driving.Job Responsibilities:Engage in the research and development of cutting-edge models for LLM agents addressing decision-making, planning, and reasoning, particularly in open-world virtual environments.Contribute to academic advancements by publishing at prestigious ML conferences, filing impactful patents, and composing scientific technical reports.Assist in the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance of research and development frameworks.Demonstrate a willingness to learn and collaborate in a dynamic research setting while communicating solutions for complex learning challenges.Stay informed on the latest developments in ML, focusing on areas such as Transformers, State Space Models, and deep learning, and share insights with the team.

Huawei Canada is seeking a talented AI Researcher for an exciting 12-month contract opportunity.Join Our Team:Founded in 2012, the Noah’s Ark Lab has emerged as a leading research entity recognized for its significant contributions to both academia and industry. Our mission is to drive advancements in artificial intelligence and related technologies to benefit both our organization and society at large. We focus on transformative projects aimed at pushing the boundaries of state-of-the-art research and integrating innovative solutions into our products, including large language models (LLMs), reinforcement learning (RL), natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, AI theory, and autonomous driving.Your Role:Leverage your expertise in computer vision (CV), machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), and AI to solve significant technical challenges, collaborating with one of the most innovative product development teams globally to translate your ideas into the next generation of Huawei's products.Design, plan, and execute scientific research projects that advance knowledge in areas pertinent to business applications.Conduct both theoretical and applied research in collaboration with a dedicated team of researchers, developing fundamental algorithms and computer vision platforms to enhance the competitiveness and user experience of Huawei's products.Produce high-quality patents and academic publications in applied machine learning, computer vision, and graphics (e.g., CVPR, ECCV, ICCV, NeurIPS).Oversee data collection, processing, model training, and testing processes.Create highly optimized, compact models suitable for real-time processing.

About Noah’s Ark Lab at Huawei Canada Founded in 2012, Noah’s Ark Lab has built a reputation as a leading research center recognized for contributions in both academia and industry. The team focuses on advancing artificial intelligence and related technologies, working on projects that aim to benefit both Huawei and the wider community. Areas of work include large language models (LLMs), reinforcement learning (RL), natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, AI theory, and autonomous driving. Role Overview: Senior AI Agent Researcher This position is based in Markham, Ontario. The Senior AI Agent Researcher will play a key role in designing and developing advanced AI agents, with a focus on integrating state-of-the-art research into practical systems. What You Will Do Design and build next-generation AI agents using large language models for autonomous reasoning, planning, and task execution. Develop core agent features such as memory, tool use, self-reflection, and long-term decision-making. Create and improve multi-agent systems to support collaboration, coordination, and complex problem-solving. Integrate AI agents with external tools, APIs, and real-world systems for end-to-end automation. Research and advance methods in reasoning-enhanced LLMs, agent alignment, and embodied intelligence. Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to move research from concept to scalable, production-ready systems. Compensation Total target annual compensation for this role is between $127,000 and $225,000, depending on education, experience, and demonstrated expertise.

Huawei Canada is excited to announce a 12-month internship opportunity for an Intern Researcher specializing in AI-driven graphics.About the Team:The Technology Planning and Cooperation Department is dedicated to fostering strategic innovation across Huawei Canada. Collaborating with talented experts, the team focuses on researching cutting-edge technology and strategic planning to support Huawei's long-term vision. This role offers a distinctive chance to enhance both technical and business acumen.About the Job:Design and develop experimental prototypes and research concepts centered on AI-native graphics pipelines and heterogeneous computing architectures, emphasizing GPU and NPU collaborative acceleration.Contribute to forward-thinking systems that embed AI inference directly into graphics, simulation, and interactive computing workflows, pushing the boundaries of performance and capability for next-generation intelligent devices.Examine how neural methodologies can enhance or substitute traditional rendering pipelines.Create heterogeneous computing models that facilitate seamless cooperation between GPU and NPU processors.Investigate architectures that empower robust AI models to operate efficiently on intelligent devices. Potential topics include:Effective inference pipelines for multimodal models.Large Language Model (LLM) or AI agent capabilities on edge devices, and heterogeneous acceleration for large models on mobile platforms.Compensation: The total target annual compensation, based on 2,080 hours per year, ranges from $93,600 to $104,000, depending on education, experience, and demonstrated expertise.

Join Huawei Canada as a Senior AI Technology Strategy Expert!We are looking for a highly skilled professional to lead our strategic innovation initiatives within the Technology Planning and Cooperation Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with business acumen in a dynamic environment.About the Team:The Technology Planning and Cooperation Department is at the forefront of strategic innovation at Huawei Canada, driving research into emerging technologies and helping shape the long-term vision of the company through effective planning.Key Responsibilities:Monitor and assess groundbreaking advancements in AI/ML, foundation models, agentic AI, embodied intelligence, and next-gen computing architectures.Create comprehensive technology foresight reports and strategic insights to steer R&D investments and product development.Identify transformative changes in AI systems architecture, heterogeneous computing, agent platforms, and intelligent devices.Evaluate innovative technologies and research breakthroughs for integration into Huawei’s ecosystem.Provide technical leadership in the design of AI system architectures, large-scale model infrastructure, and intelligent agent platforms.Assess technology maturity and outline strategic technology roadmaps.Collaborate with research teams, product groups, and architects to convert strategic insights into actionable technology projects.Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on next-gen AI platforms and intelligent device capabilities.Forge strategic partnerships with top universities, research institutions, and industry leaders.Initiate joint research programs in areas like AI agents, autonomous systems, embodied intelligence, robotics, and distributed AI infrastructure.Identify promising investment opportunities and emerging startups in the tech industry.

About the Team The Quality & Operation Department at Huawei Canada supports key areas including Procurement, Finance, and IT services. The team focuses on solving complex problems efficiently and upholding high standards for quality and operational performance. Role Overview This is a 12-month contract position based in Markham, Ontario. The AI-Driven Software & Automation Engineer will work on projects that improve internal tools and automate business processes across the organization. Main Responsibilities Design and build internal software tools and plugins to streamline business operations. Research and integrate AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, GitHub Copilot, or custom large language model agents to automate standard programming tasks and increase productivity. Develop and maintain automation pipelines and scripts using Python and Shell for server maintenance, system improvements, and virtual machine troubleshooting. Document tool architecture, development workflows, and troubleshooting steps to support the internal technical knowledge base. Compensation The annual compensation for this contract (based on 2,080 hours per year) ranges from $48,000 to $94,000. Actual pay depends on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skills.

Join Huawei Canada as a Strategic Researcher Intern and embark on a 12-month journey to explore groundbreaking advancements in AI computing.About Our Team:Our Technology Planning and Cooperation Department drives strategic innovation across Huawei Canada. Collaborate with leading experts to investigate emerging technology areas and participate in strategic planning that aligns with our long-term vision. This role provides a unique opportunity to integrate both technical and business acumen.Key Responsibilities:Engage in academic conferences and evaluation initiatives, contributing valuable technical insights.Support technical path analysis and conduct research on next-gen computing and AI technologies, while regularly monitoring the latest trends and technology evolution.Identify key technological challenges and investigate disruptive technologies, architectures, components, and algorithms to tackle these issues.Work collaboratively with team members to analyze the relationships between computing systems and AI.