About this opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Software Engineer with a strong foundation in software engineering and AI / ML to join our AI enablement team whose mission is to accelerate the discovery, design, and delivery of AI-enabled use cases across the organization. As a Senior Software Engineer in AI, you will research, experiment, and build reusable AI frameworks, tools, and reference implementations that our teams can use to deliver AI-powered capabilities quickly and safely.
You will prototype, validate, and deliver AI solutions, while also shaping architectural standards and enabling teams to adopt them effectively. The ideal candidate will excel in applying artificial intelligence to Telecom use cases and demonstrate advanced proficiency in Python, cloud-native technologies, and modern software engineering practices.
What you will do • Research latest advancements in AI, cloud infra, Kubernetes or related fields, and rapidly prototype and evaluate new approaches through proofs of concept and experiments• Engineer and evolve reusable AI frameworks, libraries, and tooling using state-of-the-art software engineering techniques, with a strong focus on Python and cloud-native development• Partner with engineering teams to shape AI use cases, select appropriate architectural patterns and provide hands-on support during early implementation phases• Contribute to AI strategy, architectural guidelines, and best practices and help define approved AI components, services, and integration patterns• Operate and optimise existing solutions in any cloud environment, ensuring reliability and cost-effectiveness.• Apply critical thinking to analyse requirements, architect solutions, and troubleshoot complex technical challenges• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for AI solutions, algorithms, and engineering processes• Evaluate and integrate third-party AI tools and libraries as needed, applying rigorous software engineering standards• Optimise and fine-tune generative models for performance, scalability, and accuracy, leveraging strong programming and analytical skills• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality, production-ready deliverables• Mentor and guide junior team members in AI, machine learning, and software engineering best practices
You will Bring
• Typically 5+ years of software engineering or equivalent practical experience• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.• Hands-on experience with AI/ML systems (GenAI (LLMs, RAG, agents, prompt engineering) and classical ML (training, inference))• Experience integrating AI models into real-world applications• Proficiency in Python, and familiarity with common AI frameworks and platforms (e.g. PyTorch, LangChain etc.).• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure / AWS), containerisation (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).• Good understanding of deep learning architectures, neural networks, and natural language processing (NLP).• Experience with data preprocessing, augmentation, and handling large datasets.• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively• Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Skills • Advanced programming skills in Python and proficiency with AI/ML frameworks• Hands on experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure and AWS• Understanding of software development best practices, Git, CI/CD, agile methodologies and DevOps principles• Experience deploying and operating AI services at scale (rollout/rollback, autoscaling, cost controls)• Proficiency in other backend languages is an advantage (Java, Go, TypeScript)• Publications or contributions to the AI/ML or software engineering community are a plus
Why Join Us • Work on high-impact AI initiatives that shape how the organization builds AI products and solutions• Build foundational AI capabilities rather than one-off features• Collaborate with experienced engineers, researchers, and product teams• Influence AI strategy, architecture, and best practices across the company
How We Measure Success • Product teams adopt and reuse AI tooling and patterns you build• Time from AI idea to working prototype decreases• AI solutions are easier to deploy, operate, and scale• Your work enables others to deliver AI-powered value faster
What we offer
- This is a hybrid position (3 days per week on site) based at our Ireland Athlone Office. More information about Ericsson Athlone: VIDEO: Working at Ericsson Athlone
- A healthy work-life balance (flexible hours, maternity/paternity and parental leave).
- 25 days annual leave + plus 2 company days, family-friendly work environment!
- Multifaceted sports and social club which hosts many sporting (e.g. golf, football, swimming, tennis) and social (e.g. gaming, theatre, movie, nights out) activities.
- Expand your horizons in a rich multicultural environment and collaborate with colleagues from all over the globe.
- Clearly defined career paths improved with inhouse training and financial support for external study.
- Opportunities to travel around the world and work directly with our customers.
- Pension scheme, health insurance, company doctor, life cover and sick pay/income continuance plan.
- Tax saver commuter/bike to work scheme.
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: Ireland (IE) || Athlone
Req ID: 779987
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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.
Why Work With Us
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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