About this opportunity
Are you ready to make your mark in cutting-edge software and hardware integration? Join Product Engineering Unit (PEU) RU Software - a global leader in driving innovation, collaboration, and technology excellence within the Radio portfolio.
We are the bridge between Radio, ASIC, and RAN development, seamlessly aligning RU SW architecture with DU SW, and addressing the needs of MS RBS and CR. Together, we're building the future of communication technology!
Now's your chance to build and lead a dynamic RU BB SW section in Lodz, working closely with talented peers in Lodz, Kista, Lund, and Beijing. As a key member of this global team, you'll report directly to the Head of PEG Baseband SW and play a critical role in enabling long-term SW architecture evolution, outstanding developer experiences, and solution-oriented Radio business excellence.
What you will do
• Recruit, mentor, and drive two development teams and E2E testers specializing in feature development, ASIC adaptations, and crafting new Radio variants.• Work closely with global leadership teams and peers within PEU RAN Performance to strengthen BB L1 SW capabilities.• Collaborate hand-in-hand with Radio RA:s to align short- and long-term goals.• Create a flow-optimized environment that fosters innovation and continuous improvement.• Promote a culture of knowledge sharing, learning, and operational brilliance.• Drive technology and product leadership to deliver world-class solutions.
You will bring
We're looking for an inspiring people manager who is passionate about empowering teams, fostering a culture of learning, and leading with a customer-first mindset.
To thrive in this role, you'll need:• A technical degree from a recognized university.• Proven experience as a team leader or manager in software development ( Layer 1 is preferred) • Capable of analysing situations and making informed, timely decisions.• A track record of delivering sustainable, proactive, and impactful solutions.• Proficiency in change management and developing innovative strategies and concepts.• A knack for taking a holistic view, coupled with the agility to tackle critical tasks.• Solid understanding of Lean and Agile methodologies.• Effective English communication skills, both written and spoken
What do we offer:
- Annual bonus depending on the achievement of the company's goals and results
- Possibility to take advantage of the reduction of tax-deductible costs for creative work
- Financial awards and distinctions
- Private medical care for employee and their family (Medicover)
- Life insurance
- Mental Help Line
- Cafeteria system Pluxee platform: co-financing MultiSport or OK System card, lunch cards, and others
- Sports and integration activities (e.g. Football, Joga, raising team, climbing club)
- Company support (loans and grants)
- Possibility to participate in 3G / 4G / 5G... 6G technology projects
- Opportunity to participate in technical and interpersonal training conducted by international trainers
- Access to recognized learning platforms (Pluralsight, Skillsoft, Coursera)
- Opportunity to work in an international environment, also outside Poland
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Poland (PL) || Lodz
Req ID: 785844
Skills Required
- Technical degree from a recognized university
- Proven experience as a team leader or manager in software development
- Experience in Layer 1 (L1) development
- Ability to analyze situations and make informed, timely decisions
- Track record of delivering sustainable, proactive, and impactful solutions
- Proficiency in change management and developing innovative strategies and concepts
- Holistic view with agility to tackle critical tasks
- Solid understanding of Lean and Agile methodologies
- Effective English communication skills, written and spoken
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health options are positioned as core benefits with multiple plan choices in key markets. Official materials explicitly emphasize healthcare breadth as part of “Life at Ericsson.”
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Retirement Support — 401(k) with employer matching in the U.S., pensions in some regions, and broad access to an ESPP indicate strong long‑term financial support. Company filings and AGM materials describe share programs and post‑employment benefits as ongoing pillars of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid volunteer time are highlighted alongside generous parental leave in various locations. Time‑off entitlements are presented as a strong component of the total rewards offering.
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
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Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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