Head of section Virtual Central Unit section in PDU Cloud RAN

About this opportunity


We are now looking for a passionate hands-on leader with knowledge and competence in Cloud domain and SW development paired with great people skills and SW developer expertise, a leader who cares about well-crafted software and building a great environment for the people that build it.
In vCU (virtual Central Unit) we are responsible for control plane and user plane of the Central Unit in Cloud RAN. We are working towards the world's largest and leading global operators.
In this newly formed unit, we embrace a start-up mentality to deliver a product with great customer experience and increased organizational efficiency, making creative and out-of-the box leaders an excellent fit.


What you will do


You will secure Ericsson technology leadership in vCU Cloud RAN area by development and test and integration of vCU:


• vCU Design unit
• vCU Design integration and test
• vCU test strategies
• vCU RFI/RFP/RFQ support and
• Customer interactions
• Capability management
• Cloud RAN/vCU flow
• Build and retain competence including cloud technologies
• Ensure the vCU solution meets product feature and performance requirements, quality requirements, according to committed schedules
• Collaborate with Product Line regarding product evolution and feature roadmap
• People and budget responsibilities
• Flow/Pipeline DevOps (Staging & Operation)
• Simulator development for test of vCU in cooperation with ESP
• Analytics and AI/ML
• Automation Framework

You will work closely with the rest of the unit and also other Product Development Groups in our PDU to ensure that the entire program works towards common goals. Also, we want to deliver a cohesive Ericsson offering so close collaboration across DNEW is needed and expected. The section will consist of 30+ including subcontractors.
In this role you will report to Head of vCU Sector and be part of the vCU Leadership team.


You will bring


• High energy levels with a go go go mentality
• Have the ability to energize other and spread positive energy
• Being able to take tough yes, no questions
• Execute delivery on time and commitments
• Passion, genuine care about colleagues, work
• Excellent people skills to challenge, support and lead our great developers
• Embrace microservice cloud-native paradigms and continuous integration/continuous deployment models to realize the full potential of cloud native solutions
• Passion to evolve our ways of working (Lean, Agile), organizing and driving R&D efficiency, not forgetting our many Ericsson strengths
• Have great communication skills: being transparent, inspiring and to the point
• Interest in market development and understand 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?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.

Application Process


Willing to take part in the recruitment process? Please apply to the system by attaching your CV in English. Please be advised that due to GDPR we cannot accept CVs sent by email.

Location for this role: Stockholm, Sweden
You will report to the Sector Head of vCU Cloud RAN
Recruiter: Dorota Baran, dorota.baran@ericsson.com
Please send in your application in English as soon as possible since the process is ongoing.

Additional background checks will be conducted for final candidates.

Curious to know more about the life at Ericsson? Meet some of your future colleagues and watch our People film.

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we nurture 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 and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.
Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Sweden : Stockholm : Stockholm
Req ID: 653614