Ericsson is the global leader in 5G innovations, driving the next generation of mobile networks with unmatched expertise, market reach, and technical depth. We have been at the forefront of wireless technology evolution for decades, and with 5G NR leading the connectivity transformation, we are setting the stage for 6G.
The Opportunity: This is a first-of-its-kind opportunity for experienced technical line managers and technology managers in India to take a pivotal role in delivering Ericsson's 5G New Radio (NR) solutions on high-performance General Purpose Processors (GPP). In this role, you will lead multi-disciplinary teams in architecting, developing, and optimizing L1 and L2 software for 5G - and help architect the foundational technology for the transition to 6G.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor high-performance engineering teams building cutting-edge 5G NR L1/L2 functionalities on GPP architectures.
- Drive technical strategy and roadmaps aligning with Ericsson's global product evolution plans.
- Own software architecture decisions considering scalability, maintainability, and performance.
- Collaborate with global R&D units to integrate features and align technical direction.
- Ensure software delivery meets rigorous quality, performance, and conformance requirements.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and propose adoption aligned to product ambitions for both 5G and early 6G research.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related disciplines.
- 10+ years of telecom R&D experience with at least 3 years in a line management or technical management role.
- Proven expertise in wireless protocol stack development (L1/L2) for 4G/5G, preferably on COTS/GPP platforms.
- Excellent understanding of 3GPP 5G NR standards, including PHY/MAC/RLC layers.
- Strong skills in C/C++ development, multi-threading, and real-time systems.
- Demonstrated experience in large-scale software delivery and agile development.
Desirable Skills:
- Exposure to O-RAN architectures and virtualization/containerization frameworks.
- Familiarity with AI/ML integration in telecom systems.
- Experience with hardware acceleration and heterogeneous processing.
Why Join Us:
- Lead talented teams in delivering technology that connects billions.
- Be part of a global leader's transformative journey from 5G NR to 6G.
- Influence technical direction and innovation at a global scale.
- Competitive compensation, career growth, and a diverse, inclusive environment.
If you're a visionary technical leader with a passion for shaping the future of connectivity, this is your opportunity to make an impact on a truly global stage.
Want to dive deeper into how Ericsson's 5G solutions are architected on GPP platforms? I can walk you through some of our high-level design strategies and future 6G considerations.
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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.
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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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