About this opportunity:

Job Location: Bellevue, WA

Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1’s working on EAD for this position. 

Based within the Solution Area Cognitive Network Solutions (SA CNS), Strategic Competence Unit (SCU) is a highly qualified global service delivery team located in several countries. We are working at the groundbreaking of technology with many diverse customers around the world. We are experts in the field of Network Design and Optimization (NDO).

We are now looking for a new and key role in our team, driving the adoption of Cognitive Software products as part of the NDO processes and operations, supporting our customers in North America in the transformation journey.

• Technical Expertise: You will serve as the main technical point of contact for customers, addressing technical inquiries and technical challenges. You will be the Technical Authority in the area, both internally as well as towards the external customers.

• Adoption-driver: You will provide technical guidance, training, and support to ensure the successful adoption, implementation, and ongoing usage of the rApps (SW applications as defined by the O-RAN Alliance) by our customers. You will also drive customer satisfaction, retention, and growth. You will show the best benefit of our solutions to support customer’s operational transformation.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You will participate in cross-functional teams, including product development, engineering, and support, to provide customer feedback, address technical issues, improvements follow up and deliver solutions.

Senior expertise in RAN 4G and 5G technologies, with delivery experience in complex NDO services. Expert level knowledge of Ericsson RAN network features, algorithms and parameters. Expert in network performance analysis and optimization.

AI/ML Experienced level competence. ML Ops, Machine Learning Techniques, Machine Reasoning

Understanding of Cloud Native, Cloud Computing (providers, serverless, container orchestration (k8), creation and deployment of services)

Software Architecture and Design. Expertise in transforming software to modular / mServices / event-driven

DevOps & CICD. Understanding of pipelines and automation

Big Data. Handling of big data, big data flow, orchestration

Python and data wrangling. Creating py packages, interacting with data / api, analysis and visualization

Agile and Product / Project Thinking. Scope breakdown, to create measurable progress and achievements

Strategic Leadership / Consulting. Understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies

Innovative mindset

Senior consultative approach towards the customer. Solid track record of leading teams to successful project outcomes

Ability to communicate, present and influence the technical experts and the senior management

Business awareness, stakeholder management, negotiation skills and presales capability

Additional Requirement

Standout colleague but also proven ability to be self-motivated, demonstrated initiative and capability to work in challenging circumstances.

Result-oriented with focus on customer satisfaction and project delivery. High concern for quality.

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 and Affirmative Action (Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities) employer, learn more. 

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.mana@ericsson.com 

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: United States (US) || Bellevue

Job details: Solution Architect

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, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

•  Bellavue,WA : $173,200 - $259,800

Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: 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 three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.

Your Financial Security

We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson matches $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-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 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 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, and recognition programs.