Test Guardian within 5G Packet Core (663041)

About this opportunity
Here's the deal! This is an opportunity to be part of the next step in developing our products. We enable millions of simultaneously connected mobile users while handling traffic from IoT to 4K video in Gbit speeds. All of this in a virtual deployment using containers as we are in the middle of a containerization/cloud transformation to meet the 5G journey.

We stand at the forefront of Agile software development, using methods and principles like Lean and Scrum. Early customer and partner feedback are key elements in our development process which is based on Continuous Integration Software practices. We rely on team collective responsibility to finish the tasks according to a prioritized backlog.

This is a chance to learn and master groundbreaking technology in IP networks in a cloud native container environment!

We are currently looking for someone to guide our agile teams to stellar Quality Assurance.

We within Policy & Charging believes quality is built bottom up and is now looking for a Test Guardian.

Do you want to lead our way to outstanding quality?

Do you want to coach our stakeholders and teams to quality bliss?

As our Test Guardian you will be the primary lead of P&C area test strategies and mentor our XFT’s to deliver outstanding quality.

Then apply now to become our new P&C Test Guardian!


Your responsibilities will include
Responsible for the current test results and act to maintain high quality, with both soft and firm actions
Guide our cross-functional Teams (XFT) with their Test Analysis and coach them how to an outstanding test coverage
Responsible for the overall Quality Assurance Process. E.g. what tests and when they should be run in the CI loops and its respective confidence levels
Inform stakeholders of test results and corresponding quality risks with proposed mitigations and strategies to minimize them



What you will do
Collaborate with XFT Teams and find common grounds between them within the P&C area
Drive P&C area Test Strategies and Test Tool evolvement.
Coach XFT towards efficient and effective test strategies
Close collaboration with Test leaders such as Release-TTC and Release-TA to incorporate central strategies in the XFTs
Close collaboration with Product leaders such as SO, PO and DA to incorporate central strategies in the XFTs
Close contact with CI organization for mutual exchange of information and represent P&C requirements and needs
Part of the RCA/FST investigations
Manage test-debt and proactive quality actions
Contribute to the prioritization of our test-tool backlogs
Foster a quality-first culture and inspire change and transformation mind-set where needed



You will bring
Experience from System Test and or Functional Testing
Good understanding of the challenges of software development throughout the delivery process (plans, development, release, maintenance)
Proven as a leader and comfortable even in challenging situations
Dedicated and courageous
Embracing the Ericsson values and role model
MSc/BSc level in Computer Science or the equivalent level of knowledge
Proficient in English, written and spoken



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?
Visit https://www.ericsson.com/en/careers/hiring-process to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.

The selection and interview process are ongoing. Therefore, send in your application in English as soon as possible. We encourage you to apply!

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact us:

Hiring manager: In this role you will report to Manager Gateway Development

Recruiter: Emelie Bohlin (emelie.bohlin@ericsson.com)

Location: Gothenburg with possibility to partially work from home

Kindly note that we do not accept applications sent via e-mail


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 at https://www.ericsson.com/en/careers.
Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Sweden : Västra Götaland : Göteborg
Req ID: 663041