E2E Solution Architect with focus on Packet Core (541728)

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Have you ever wanted to work in an Operator like environment with big end-to-end networks utilizing almost the full Ericsson portfolio? Then this could be the next growth opportunity for you!
The Solution Architect at STS* is responsible for crafting solutions to user requirements for 4G & 5G focusing on the Packet Core domain but as with any end-to-end network multiple domains are always involved requiring you to have competence in other domains as well. You will also be exposed to hands-on in implementation of the solutions and handling incident tickets with the purpose to make sure you can build solutions that is aligned with the environment. The environment is used by various Product Development Units (PDUs) to E2E validate network functions during software development. The role involves working with the latest technologies in 5G and Cloud.
You will be working in a team of Solution Architects, Integration Engineers, network engineers and Project Managers that together are responsible both for operations and development of the telecom environment. The team spans across the world in multiple time zones as members are located in Sweden, Canada and China. We are also a very multi-cultural and diverse team.
STS is short for Shared Telecom Services which is a program with the mission to deliver telecom environments internally in Ericsson


You will
Groom user requirements
Build and drive end-to-end technical solutions
Realize architecture network design with HLDs and LLDs
Develop technical presentations
Participate in knowledge transfer, documentation and information sharing
Support integration team during implementation phase
Work hands-on with deployment, configuration, integration, and troubleshooting of PC products (5GC but also 4G-EPC)
Collaborate with other solution architects, and also with teams of integration and network engineers
Define evolution of the existing and new solutions.
Identify and drive improvements


To be successful in the role you must have
University degree or equivalent
2+ years of solution architect experience with focus on Packet core
5+ years hands-on experience in Packet Core products covering both 5G and 4G (AMF, UPF, SMF, MME, EPG etc.)
Experience with Solution Architecture, Hight Level Design and Low Level Design creation
E2E technical understanding of telecom networks
Knowledge in Virtualization and Cloud technologies (OpenStack, Docker/Container, Kubernetes)
Good IP Networking skills. Plus is knowledge of MPBN/EIN
Phenomenal oral and verbal communication skills in English
Task-oriented mindset/approach
Broad Ericsson Portfolio Knowledge
Creative & Innovative approach
Proactive attitude looking at the bigger picture


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
Location for this role: Göteborg, Sweden
Recruiter: Anna Magnusson (anna.magnusson@ericsson.com)
This position reports to: Head of BDGS RDP R&D DSE DevOps
Selection is ongoing please apply as soon as possible
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Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || || Göteborg || [[mfield2]]
Req ID: 541728