Cloud Native 5G RAN - Senior L1 Engineer (445889)

Approximately 40% of the world’s mobile traffic is carried through an Ericsson Network. The fifth generation (5G) of Radio Access Networks (RAN) is happening now and Ericsson is the recognized technology leader in bringing it to the market.
With the first commercial 5G launches, there has never been a better time for you to make your mark. From connected automobiles to wireless online gaming and connecting the “Internet of Things”, the possibilities are endless.

Unit Description: BA Networks
Business Area Networks: where 5G was born! We’re a global team of approx. 30,000 in 93 countries, with 126 nationalities represented. About half of us work in R&D, approx. 6,000 in Group Supply and 5,000 in Service Area Networks. Together we create future-proof, scalable network architectures in an industry that is constantly on the move. Our approach is simple: we build solutions that empower our customers to meet tomorrow’s demands. 5G is happening now, with the first commercial launches implemented today.

Cloud Native 5G RAN @ PDU Cloud RAN
The organization Product Development Untit (PDU) Cloud RAN (Radio Access Network) within Business Unit Networks aims to work closely with our customers, focused on delivery of virtualized RAN solutions.
We try to accelerate the product development with new fresh thinking. We challenge established flow with new methodologies and are active in the open source communities.

Overview:
Full stack virtualization of the 5G New Radio (NR) Control Unit (CU) and Digital Unit (DU).
Centralized Radio Assess Network (CRAN) & Distribute Radio Access Network (DRAN) configurations
Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) HW including L1 accelerators where needed
Cloud Native infrastructure based on ADP framework for SW based on micro-services and containers
Open interfaces (e.g F1, X2/Xn, A1, 01, LLS)
Architecture for automation, AI and machine learning
Band support: Sub-6 & Mid-Band AAS to start with, High-Band in the future
Radio support: Potentially all Ericsson NR capable radios with the use of eCPRI or CPRI converter


You will:
Be actively engaged in the architecture definition and proactively drive the implementation of NR Radio Management functions running on the Virtual DU side, in particular:
Be able to deliver scalability, resilience and performance by taking full advantage of the evolving architectural and services inherent to a Cloud Native Platform
Strive for delivery of product and test code that maximizes the advantages of a DevOps infrastructure
Foster a systematization and implementation that enable rapid feature parity in a Stand Alone and Hybrid network environment



To be successful in the role you must have the following
Core competencies
Experience with the implementation of NR L1 functions
Experience working with Cloud Native core design principles – microservices, containers, pods, Master/worker nodes is a strong asset
Experience developing through the Cloud Native Development Pipeline principles and tools – CI/CD (DevOps), Jenkins, Spinnaker is a strong asset
An innovative mindset
Good Communication and Presentation skills
A collaborative approach to team work


Minimum Qualifications & Experience Requirements:
5-6 years of work in Wireless embedded SW and/or Cloud Native product development
2-3 years of work experience in functions related to NR L1
BSc or MSc level in a SW related discipline


What´s in it for you?
Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of courageous decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds – you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo, but will build what replaces it. Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls. You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your opportunity to make an impact is endless.

What happens once you apply?
To prepare yourself for next steps, please explore here: https://www.ericsson.com/en/careers/job-opportunities/hiring-process
Curious to know more about the life at Ericsson? Meet some of your future colleagues and watch our People film.

Location for this role: Stockholm, Sweden
Last day to apply: 22nd January 2021
If you have any specific questions about this role, please contact recruiter Marco Crosilla, marco.crosilla@ericsson.com.
Hiring manager: Line Manager PDU Cloud RAN, vDU Base and LB, L1

Security clearance including references and relevant background screening will be conducted for final candidates.
Kindly note that we cannot process applications sent via email.
Please send in your application in English as soon as possible since the process is ongoing

Do you believe that an organization fostering an environment of cooperation and collaboration to execute with speed creates better business value? Do you value a culture of humanness, where fact based decisions are important and our people are encouraged to speak up? Do you believe that diverse, inclusive teams drive performance and innovation? At Ericsson, we do.
We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, religion, political opinion, nationality, ethnic background, social origin, social status, indigenous status, disability, age, union membership or employee representation and any other characteristic protected by local law or Ericsson’s Code of Business Ethics.

Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || || Stockholm || R&D
Req ID: 445889