About this opportunityWe are looking for a Korean speaking senior Software Solution Lead to join Ericsson's Software & Cloud Solution organization, supporting the MNEA market with focus on South Korea from a base in Dalian, China (remote-friendly). You will be the primary technical interface between Ericsson and our customers, leading requirement analysis, CIQ activities, solution architecture and end-to-end delivery of cloud-native software solutions. Working closely with customer technical teams, Ericsson customer units, architects, developers and delivery organizations, you will turn business requirements into scalable, secure and high-performing software and cloud solutions for the Korea market.
What you will do
- Lead customer workshops, requirement gathering sessions, technical reviews and solution presentations.
- Communicate fluently in Korean and English with customer and internal stakeholders.
- Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into solution designs and implementation plans.
- Drive CIQ collection, analysis, validation and gap assessment, and support technical negotiations and sign-off.
- Define end-to-end architectures; produce and maintain HLD/LLD and key design documents (solution, integration, NIR, MOP).
- Ensure compliance with Ericsson and customer architecture, security and quality standards.
- Lead implementation with development, integration, testing and DevOps teams, from design through deployment and acceptance.
- Promote Agile and DevOps ways of working; drive CI/CD pipeline design, automation and continuous integration/testing/monitoring.
- Support troubleshooting, customer acceptance and production deployments.
- Build strong relationships with customer and internal stakeholders and act as trusted technical advisor for the Korea market.
You will bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Telecommunications, IT or related field.
- 8-10+ years in software development, solution architecture, systems integration or technical consulting.
- Proven experience in customer-facing technical leadership and full solution lifecycle ownership.
- Strong track record in gathering requirements and turning business needs into technical solutions.
- Solid background in distributed systems, microservices, cloud-native architectures, API design, system integration and deployment.
- DevOps and automation experience, including CI/CD architecture, pipeline configuration and continuous integration/testing/monitoring.
- Hands-on experience with Git, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps or equivalent, and with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Strong development skills in Python and Java; experience with REST APIs and Linux/Unix.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, OpenShift or Kubernetes.
- (Preferred) Knowledge of telecom network architecture, Ericsson Core and 4G/5G Core, NFV, cloud and OSS.
- Proven AI-related experience (e.g. MCP, tool/function calling, agentic AI).
- Fluent written and spoken Korean and English, strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, virtual environment across Northeast Asia.
Additional information
- Location: Dalian, China. Supporting customers in the Korea (SK) market within MNEA.
- Travel: Occasional business travel to Korea for key customer and project activities.
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: China (CN) || Dalian
Req ID: 787514
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Telecommunications, IT or related field.
- 8-10+ years in software development, solution architecture, systems integration or technical consulting.
- Proven experience in customer-facing technical leadership and full solution lifecycle ownership.
- Experience gathering requirements and translating business needs into technical solutions.
- Background in distributed systems, microservices, cloud-native architectures, API design, system integration and deployment.
- DevOps and automation experience including CI/CD architecture, pipeline configuration, continuous integration/testing/monitoring.
- Hands-on experience with Git, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps.
- Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Strong development skills in Python and Java.
- Experience with REST APIs and Linux/Unix.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, OpenShift or Kubernetes.
- Proven AI-related experience (e.g. MCP, tool/function calling, agentic AI).
- Fluent written and spoken Korean and English.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, virtual environment across Northeast Asia.
- Knowledge of telecom network architecture, Ericsson Core and 4G/5G Core, NFV, cloud and OSS.
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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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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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