5G/6G Baseband Software Developer
Location: Ottawa, ON.
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About this opportunity:
Join Ericsson's Feature Software Development team as a 5G NR Baseband Software Developer. In this role, you will design, implement, and integrate User Plane Control (UPC) software functionality for Ericsson's 5G NR purpose-built baseband and virtualized RAN solutions. Your work will span the full software development lifecycle — from requirement analysis and system design through to integration, verification, and product documentation. We work in Lean and Agile cross-functional teams where continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing are part of everyday work.
What you will do:
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Design and develop software by implementing new functionalities in C/C++, targeting multi-core environments as well as Intel server and Cloud architectures
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Participate in design discussions covering UPC software and performance aspects of 5G NR features
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Perform continuous analysis and requirements handling
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Apply knowledge of real-time software development and wireless communication protocols (e.g., 5G NR)
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Ensure feature interaction impacts are handled correctly to deliver desired behavior in customer networks
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Work in a lab environment to troubleshoot and integrate complex new software components
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Perform software deliveries using a version control system
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Develop automated test cases to protect existing functionality from regression
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Document all system analyses, software designs, and test plans
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Collaborate within small, cross-functional Agile teams throughout the product development process
The skills you bring:
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Telecommunications (Master's degree is an asset)
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1 or more years of software development experience
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Strong programming skills and solid knowledge of C/C++
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Familiarity with wireless communications concepts
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Strong software troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify and debug complex systems
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Ability to read existing codebases and understand design intent
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Experience with software development in multi-core deployment scenarios
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Solid knowledge of Linux environments
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Experience with Git/Gerrit-based development workflows
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Familiarity with CI-based development environments (e.g., Jenkins or similar)
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Scripting experience in Python, Perl, or Bash
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Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
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Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
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Nice to have: Experience with 3GPP LTE/NR Layer 1 and Layer 2 development (PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP); knowledge of NR protocols and features such as scheduler, QoS, HARQ, MIMO, and Carrier Aggregation; experience with test automation or open-source tools; leadership or coordination experience
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 solutions never seen before 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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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives 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 employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [email protected].
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa (Country/ City)
Job details: Developer
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
The salary range for this position is:
Bachelors: 81,700 CAD
Masters: 90,300 CAD
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan (select if STV): Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of 3 medical and dental plan options that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Core level coverage is paid for fully by Ericsson.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Ericsson’s Group Retirement & Savings Program offers an automatic 2% company contribution into the Pension Plan. Ericsson also offers a 50% match of employee’s contribution into the Registered Retirement Savings Plan, up to 8% of the employee’s contribution (maximum of 4% match). This leads to a total company contribution potential of 6%. Employees will also basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage at two-times annual base pay at no cost, as well as short-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 18 days of accrued vacation, at least 3personal days, minimum 10 holidays, 1 volunteer day, and sick days. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, wellness account, and recognition programs.
