Job description

General Information

Req #
WD00097079

Career area:
Research/Development

Country/Region:
Saudi Arabia

State:
Riyadh

City:
Riyadh

Date:
Thursday, February 19, 2026

Working time:
Full-time

Additional Locations:  * Saudi Arabia





Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers. 
Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). 

This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.





Description and Requirements

The CTOO R&D Leader will shape and lead the local R&D agenda, build high‑impact technical programs, and serve as a senior interface between Lenovo’s global technology leadership and the Saudi AI, technology, and R&D ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead thestrategy, execution, and growthof Lenovo’s KSA R&D site in alignment with global CTO priorities.

  
  

• Providetechnical leadership and architectural guidanceacross advanced technology domains, including: 
     - Artificial intelligence and applied machine learning
     - Robotics and autonomous systems
     - Smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies

  
  

• Translate research and emerging technologies intopractical, scalable R&D initiativeswithmeasurableimpact.

  
  

• Build, lead, and mentor ahigh‑performing local R&D organization, fostering a culture of innovation, rigor, and accountability.

  
  

• Represent Lenovo as a senior technical leader with government entities, universities, research institutions, and industry partners across the Saudi innovation ecosystem. 

  
  

• Develop strategic partnerships aligned with national priorities in technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

  
  

• Act as an ambassador and advocate for AI adoption within Lenovo

  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years of experience inR&D, advanced engineering, or technology leadership, including experience atdirector level or equivalent.

  
  

• Demonstrated technical breadth across AI, robotics, manufacturing systems, or related deep‑tech domains.

  
  

• Proven ability to leadcomplex, multidisciplinary R&D programsspanning software, hardware, and data.

  
  

• Experienceoperatingwithsignificant autonomy, sound judgment, and limited managerial oversight.

  
  

• Strong familiarity with the KSA AI, technology, and R&D landscape, including national initiatives and innovation stakeholders.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Arabic fluency (strong preference - professional working proficiency). 

  
  

• Experience working with or alongside government, academic, or national innovation programs in Saudi Arabia.

  
  

• PhD orMasters in Computer Science orEngineering

  
  

• Comfortable representing Lenovo at senior external, governmental, and ecosystem levels. 

  
  

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required

Nationality

Saudi Arabia

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma