Intern/Master Thesis Student - System/OS Security

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Our ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. With 197,000 employees, Huawei is committed to develop the future information society and build a Better Connected World.

Huawei's Heisenberg Research Center in Munich is responsible for advanced technology research, architectural development, design and strategic engineering of our products.

Join us as an

Intern/Master Thesis Student - System/OS Security (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Study and conduct research on cutting-edge security technologies in areas such as access control, operating system security, and system security, including hardware-based security mechanisms for CPUs, GPUs, and specialized accelerators.

• Cooperate with OS experts, renowned professors and talented students, delivering technical reports and Proof of Concepts (PoCs).

• Propose new ideas for real-world system security problems to ensure resistance to attacks and recovery from potential compromise.

• Apply for high-value patents and publish your findings in top security conferences.

Your areas of expertise

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor, Master’s or PhD program in computer science, computer engineering (Computer architecture), cyber security, AI security or related areas.

• Good knowledge on operating systems and experience with Linux, macOS, HarmonyOS, iOS or Android.

• Expertise in computer architecture is beneficial.

• Experience in cyber security is a plus, e.g. system security, OS security, access control, code analysis, cryptography, etc.

• Solid experience in C or C++, Rust is a nice-to-have.

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

• Team-work spirit, the capability to learn quickly and independently as well as a hands-on, can-do attitude.

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Your rewards of working here

• Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.

• We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.

• To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.

• Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.

• Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.

Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.