Software Designer

About This Opportunity

• Job Location: Ottawa, ON
• At this time, Ericsson Canada Inc. does not provide immigration assistance/sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

At Ericsson, we are building the next generation of intelligent, AI-native telecommunications networks. As the industry evolves from 5G toward 6G, we are advancing wireless technologies, cloud-native software platforms, and AI-driven solutions that power global connectivity.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Designer with approximately 5 years of experience in wireless systems, with hands-on exposure to AI/ML-driven solutions and cloud-native software.

This role is ideal for engineers who are ready to take on greater technical ownership while contributing to the design and development of next-generation telecom platforms and intelligent network solutions. You will collaborate with experienced architects, software developers, AI specialists, and global R&D teams to design, develop, and optimize scalable telecom software systems deployed in large-scale production networks worldwide.

What you will do

Key Responsibilities

Wireless, Cloud Native & Platform Development

• Design and develop software solutions for 5G evolution and future 6G wireless systems, including UPC/L2 scheduling and RAN platform functionality.
• Contribute to scalable, high-performance, and reliable software architectures for distributed telecom systems.
• Develop and enhance cloud-native applications using containers, Kubernetes, microservices, and virtualization technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on feature integration, troubleshooting, system optimization, and performance improvements.
• Support the development of AI-enabled platform capabilities and modern software engineering solutions.
• Participate in technical discussions, software design reviews, and architectural improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to software quality, scalability, operability, and maintainability across large-scale deployments.

AI/GenAI & Intelligent Automation

• Contribute to the development of AI/ML and GenAI-based solutions for telecom analytics, automation, and engineering workflows.
• Apply AI/ML techniques to support feature development, system behavior modeling, and optimization within telecom components
• Work with AI frameworks, LLMs, and agentic AI technologies to support intelligent software capabilities.
• Help integrate AI-powered features into software platforms, analytics systems, and operational tools.
• Participate in experimentation, prototyping, validation, and optimization of AI/ML use cases.
• Contribute to building secure, scalable, and production-ready AI-enabled applications.
• Contribute to evaluating the impact of AI/ML-driven features and GenAI-enabled solutions on system performance, development efficiency, and code quality

Collaboration & Technical Growth

• Collaborate closely with architects, developers, data scientists, and global engineering teams.
• Participate in Agile software development and continuous technical improvement activities.
• Contribute technical ideas, innovation, and process improvements within the team.
• Support knowledge sharing, mentoring of junior engineers, and collaborative problem solving.
• Continue building expertise in wireless systems, cloud-native platforms, AI technologies, and software architecture.

The skills you bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, AI/ML, or a related field.
• Approximately 5 years of experience in wireless systems, with exposure to cloud-native software and AI/ML-driven solutions
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, or similar languages.
• Experience with distributed systems, software design, and scalable application development.
• Good understanding of wireless technologies, 5G NR systems, telecommunications, or networking concepts.
• Experience with cloud-native technologies including containers, Kubernetes, microservices, or virtualization platforms.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML techniques (e.g., neural networks, random forests, reinforcement learning), along with exposure to GenAI/LLM systems and Python-based ML/data libraries such as NumPy and Pandas
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly collaborative engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with telecom software development, RAN systems, or Open RAN technologies.
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain, or similar technologies.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of distributed data platforms or analytics technologies.
• Exposure to performance optimization, observability, and operational monitoring in production systems.
• Experience contributing to large-scale or carrier-grade software deployments.

What We offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge 5G, 6G, AI, and cloud-native technologies.
• Collaboration with experienced architects, software engineers, and AI specialists.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale telecom software platforms used globally.
• A collaborative, innovative, and supportive engineering environment.
• Continuous learning opportunities, technical training, and career development programs.
• Exposure to modern AI/ML, distributed systems, and telecom innovations.
• Opportunities for long-term technical growth and advancement into senior engineering or architecture roles.

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.

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson

• Salary range for this position in Ottawa, ON: $101,500- $133,350
• Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: annual bonus based on business and individual performance.
• Health benefits including choice of 3 medical and dental plan options; core coverage fully paid by Ericsson.
• Financial security programs including Group Retirement & Savings Program with company contributions, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, short-term disability coverage, and Stock Purchase Plan.
• Work-life balance with minimum 18 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays, 1 volunteer day, sick days, paid maternity leave (up to 10 weeks), and parental/adoption leave (6 weeks at 100% pay).
• Additional benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, wellness account, and recognition programs.