About the opportunity
At Ericsson, we turn bold technology ideas into the communication solutions that connect the world. We are looking for dedicated and skilled System Designers who are passionate about inventing, realizing and evaluating the technologies shaping the future of mobile communication.
You will join Technology Testbeds within AI & Technology Foresight, part of Business Area Networks. We explore state-of-the-art technologies and concepts in practice before they become products.
Our work sits at the intersection of research and product development. We build prototypes using advanced hardware and software design tools, create opportunities for patents, influence technology roadmap decisions and bridge the gap between research and product realization. Our focus areas include radio design, signal processing, AI/ML, software, emerging technologies and compute platforms.
What you will do
• Contribute to projects covering concept and algorithm design, software architecture and distributed-system design.• Work with systems that combine real-time and asynchronous behaviour.• Design platforms ranging from hardware-near software to scalable, high-level software.• Focus on one or more areas while understanding and contributing across the complete system.• Quickly learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.• Build, integrate and demonstrate complete systems, not just individual components.• Lead and participate in technical studies, design activities and integration efforts.• Invent, develop and apply new concepts and algorithms.• Collaborate across disciplines to turn complex ideas into elegant, working solutions.
Skills you bring
• A PhD, or an MSc with a few years of relevant work experience, in telecommunications, software, signal processing, data science or a related field.• A proven ability to solve challenging problems using engineering, technology and creativity.• Strong analytical thinking, curiosity and the ability to learn quickly.• A passion for elegant and simple solutions to complex technical challenges.• The aptitude to lead technical work and influence direction.• Effective collaboration, clear communication of technical concepts and a commitment to knowledge sharing.• A quality-focused approach to problem-solving.
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; Sweden; Stockholm
Primary Recruiter: Anitha Pulluru
Skills Required
- PhD in telecommunications, software, signal processing, data science, or a related field
- Alternatively, an MSc in telecommunications, software, signal processing, data science, or a related field with a few years of relevant work experience
- Ability to solve challenging problems using engineering, technology, and creativity
- Strong analytical thinking, curiosity, and ability to learn quickly
- Ability to lead technical work and influence direction
- Effective collaboration and clear communication of technical concepts
- Commitment to knowledge sharing
- Quality-focused approach to problem-solving
What the Team is Saying
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and reliable, with multiple medical plan choices, dental/vision, and mental-health/EAP resources. Available descriptions highlight healthcare and disability insurance as consistent strengths.
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Retirement Support — U.S. materials point to an automatic company 401(k) contribution plus matching that can add up to a notably high employer contribution, and some regions also offer pension options. This structure is often cited as a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs are characterized as generous, with sizable vacation allowances, paid holidays, sick time, volunteer time, and strong parental leave in some locations. PTO is frequently highlighted as a standout element of the package.
Ericsson Insights
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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Ericsson Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Ericsson adopts a hybrid work model globally because we know balance matters. Sometimes things are better in real life. Other times we can be more productive at home. Our hybrid approach gives you the best of both worlds.
