Head of Microwave Test (653962)

About this opportunity
Business Area Networks (BNEW) develops Ericsson´s industry leading radio networks products and solutions and is the foundation for Ericsson’s technology leadership. BNEW is committed to securing our growing market leadership in radio and transport, taking the pole position in 5G, and continuing to invest for sustainable technology leadership within a highly competitive market.
We are now looking for an experienced R&D leader for the Microwave Test organization within PDU Transport. You will be leading Microwave Test, being responsible for the Node and Network Test activities for all MINI-LINK products. As Head of Microwave Test, you will report to the Head of Microwave Development and be part of the Microwave leadership team.

What you will do
Lead a multi-site development organization consisting of about 45 people, responsible for Node and Network test for the complete MINI-LINK portfolio
Contribute to development and release of high-quality products
Drive the strategy work cross all disciplines in Microwave Development, especially with focus on test strategies
Constantly improve operational performance targeting high quality and an efficient flow
Continuously drive R&D improvements and challenge status quo
Improve ways of working, remove impediments and drive continuous improvements
Coach and mentor leaders within your organization
Secure competence and capability
Work closely with the Head of Microwave, your peers in the Microwave leadership team and Program Managers


To be successful in the role you must have
Great people leadership skills. Transparency, listening, and capability to motivate and inspire people through empathy and humanness
Track record of continuous learning and growing talent
Passion for R&D with a well-established track record as an R&D leader
A collaborative approach and initiate and embrace innovation and change
Passion for identifying new ways of working (lean, agile & beyond), organizing and driving R&D efficiency
Courageous leadership, making timely, fact-based decisions to set the clear direction of behaviour through uncompromising integrity
Cultural awareness and ability to lead multi-site organizations
Interest and curiousity in business and market incl. customer and competitor situations


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 never seen before solutions 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?
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Location for this role: Göteborg, Sweden or Budapest, Hungary
Recruiter: Anna Magnusson (anna.magnusson@ericsson.com)
This position reports to: Head of Microwave Development
Selection is ongoing please apply as soon as possible
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