About this opportunity
We are strengthening our infrastructure architecture capability to support Ericsson's ongoing transformation of private, public, and hybrid cloud platforms. We are looking for an experienced Service Architect with deep expertise in enterprise storage, OpenStack, Kubernetes, virtualization, and cloud-native infrastructure to help define, modernize, and evolve our next-generation cloud infrastructure. This role will play a key part in shaping storage strategy, evaluating future technology options, and preparing long-term platform roadmaps.
What you will do
Lead architecture and strategy for enterprise storage platforms supporting OpenStack, Kubernetes, Hyper-V, cloud-native, public cloud, and hybrid cloud environments.
Define and maintain the storage technology roadmap across Dell PowerFlex, HPE Primera, HPE Alletra, Dell PowerScale, Ceph, and future enterprise storage solutions.
Evaluate, compare, and recommend next-generation storage solutions, including block, file, software-defined, hyperconverged, NVMe-based, and cloud-integrated storage technologies.
Plan, optimize, and validate storage and server hardware platforms for performance, scalability, resiliency, availability, lifecycle management, and cost efficiency.
Provide architectural leadership across OpenStack, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, virtualization, cloud-native platforms, public cloud, and hybrid cloud integration.
Drive adoption of SDN, Infrastructure as Code, API-driven provisioning, and automation across storage, compute, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and virtualization platforms.
Define reference architectures, architecture standards, design patterns, decision records, and governance controls for infrastructure services.
Support vendor evaluation, RFI/RFP activities, proof-of-concepts, licensing assessments, TCO analysis, and cost optimization initiatives.
Collaborate closely with service owners, product managers, operations, and strategy teams.
What you will bring
Extensive experience in enterprise-grade storage architecture and operations, including block, file, software-defined, and scale-out storage platforms.
Strong experience with storage platforms such as Dell PowerFlex, HPE Primera, HPE Alletra, Dell PowerScale, or equivalent enterprise storage technologies.
Deep expertise in storage networking, SAN/NAS architecture, Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NVMe/NVMe-oF, replication, snapshots, backup, disaster recovery, capacity management, and performance optimization.
Strong hands-on experience with OpenStack architecture and operations, including compute, storage, networking, availability, scaling, and lifecycle management.
Solid understanding of Kubernetes and cloud-native platforms, including persistent storage integration, CSI drivers, container storage, observability, resiliency, and platform operations.
Experience with Hyper-V, virtualization platforms, and integration with storage, backup, networking, automation, and hybrid cloud services.
Experience with SDN-based networking, infrastructure automation, Infrastructure as Code, API-driven operations, and tools such as Ansible, Terraform, GitOps, or equivalent.
Proven track record of infrastructure strategy, technology selection, vendor engagement, proof-of-concepts, roadmap development, lifecycle management, and technical debt reduction.
Strong knowledge of security, compliance, operational resilience, architecture governance, disaster recovery, business continuity, and risk management.
Experience with public cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS (Preferred), or equivalent, including hybrid cloud connectivity, workload placement, cloud-native storage, and cost optimization, is considered an advantage.
"All academic credentials must be from recognized and accredited institutions and are further subject to verification."
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.We encourage you to consider applying to jobs where you might not meet all the criteria. We recognize that we all have transferrable skills, and we can support you with the skills that you need to develop.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: India (IN) || Noida
Job details: Developer
Job Stage: Job Stage 7
Primary Recruiter: Shibani Mandal
Hiring Manager: Anders Wiklund
Skills Required
- Extensive experience in enterprise-grade storage architecture and operations (block, file, software-defined, scale-out)
- Hands-on experience with Dell PowerFlex, HPE Primera, HPE Alletra, Dell PowerScale, Ceph or equivalent enterprise storage
- Deep expertise in storage networking and protocols: SAN/NAS, Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NVMe/NVMe-oF
- Experience with replication, snapshots, backup, disaster recovery, capacity management, and performance optimization
- Strong hands-on experience with OpenStack architecture and operations
- Solid understanding of Kubernetes and cloud-native persistent storage integration, including CSI drivers
- Experience with Hyper-V and virtualization platform integration with storage and backup
- Experience with SDN-based networking, Infrastructure as Code, API-driven operations, and automation tools
- Practical experience with tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and GitOps workflows
- Proven track record in infrastructure strategy, vendor evaluations, POCs, roadmap development, and lifecycle management
- Knowledge of security, compliance, operational resilience, architecture governance, business continuity, and risk management
- Experience with public cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS (preferred)
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes employer‑verified medical, dental, and vision plans, along with HSAs/FSAs and EAP/mental‑health support. Wellbeing initiatives are highlighted as part of Life at Ericsson.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching that is employer‑verified, with mentions of match levels varying by time and team and pension support in some regions. This is frequently cited as a solid pillar of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as competitive in many U.S. postings, with examples up to 16 weeks maternity and 6 weeks parental/adoption at 100% pay. Family‑friendly policies and return‑to‑work support are also called out.
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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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