RAN System Verification Professional

Are you interested in wireless technology and curious about how 5G networks connect millions of people? Join our RAN System Verification Test Area Capacity team and contribute to testing and improving the performance and capacity of Ericsson's 5G solutions, while gaining exposure to emerging 6G technologies. This role is well suited to recent graduates and early-career professionals looking to build expertise in telecommunications, software, testing, data analysis, or systems engineering. No prior deep knowledge of 5G or RAN is required - we welcome people who are curious, enjoy problem-solving, and want to grow within a collaborative engineering team. You will work alongside experienced colleagues who will support your technical and professional development. Job level will be based on experience, technical skills, and role scope. What You Will Do • Learn how 5G radio networks operate and how we verify their capacity, performance, and quality • Test Ericsson RAN solutions across realistic network and user scenarios • Analyze test results and help identify performance issues or unexpected system behaviour • Work with measurements such as throughput, latency, network load, and user experience • Investigate problems collaboratively with experienced engineers and development teams • Learn to use network test equipment, simulators, logs, traces, and analysis tools • Contribute to test automation and explore how Python, Java, data analytics, and AI can improve verification efficiency • Collaborate with colleagues across verification, software development, integration, and customer teams • Build expertise in 5G while gaining exposure to 6G, Cloud RAN, automation, and AI-assisted engineering The Skills You Bring • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field • An interest in wireless communications, 5G/6G, networking, software, testing, automation, or data analysis • A curious mindset and willingness to learn new technologies • Analytical thinking and an interest in understanding how complex systems behave • Basic programming or scripting knowledge (e.g., Python), or a genuine interest in developing these skills • Strong communication and teamwork skills • An ability to collaborate with people from diverse technical and cultural backgrounds • Proficiency in Linux and Git (required) • Exposure to any of the following is an asset: LTE/5G, test automation, data analysis, AI/ML, Wireshark, cloud technologies, containers, or Kubernetes What you will learn This role offers an opportunity to develop practical expertise in: • 5G RAN capacity system testing. • System-level testing and troubleshooting. • Test automation and Python. • Data-driven engineering and analytics. • AI-assisted testing and troubleshooting. • Cloud RAN and emerging 6G technologies. • Working with large, complex telecommunications systems used by operators around the world. You will have opportunities to learn from experienced engineers, take on increasing responsibility, and develop your career in areas that match your strengths and interests. 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 • Ottawa: $85,000CAD - $111,300CAD 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 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.