AI Researcher
About The Position
Ericsson Research is growing its AI Silicon Valley team, working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and wireless technologies. The team advances technology leadership by applying AI and machine learning to the next generation of wireless communication systems. This role focuses on research exploring how wireless networks can be designed, optimized, and operated through AI. You will collaborate across teams and work alongside researchers across the industry, contributing directly to Ericsson's technology strategy. This is an in-office position based in Santa Clara, California. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
Requirements
- A PhD, MSc, or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field — ideally with a focus on AI/ML and/or wireless communications.
- Knowledge of wireless communications concepts and systems.
- Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX.
- Familiarity with physical AI-related technologies such as AI for robotics, AI infrastructure, or hardware/software co-design.
- Familiarity with open-source networking simulators such as ns-3 or OMNeT++.
- Strong analytical thinking with the ability to develop and advance technical proposals and solutions.
- Ability to scope and lead research efforts, make decisions, and take initiative in a timely manner.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and innovation skills.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with an international, diverse team of researchers to develop AI/ML solutions for future mobile networks.
- Develop machine learning methods and algorithms that address complex problems across the wireless communication stack.
- Conduct research and experiments, build and evaluate models, and generate results that demonstrate the value of AI for wireless systems.
- Explore emerging AI techniques and assess how they can be applied to wireless communication challenges.
- Partner with research, development, and product teams to bring research outcomes into real-world products and technologies.
- Publish and present findings at leading industry and academic venues.
- Contribute to a collaborative research culture by sharing ideas and helping shape the team's technical direction.
Benefits
- Choice of three medical plan options
- Dental plan option
- 401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution
- 401(k) matching $1 for $1 on the first 3% of eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay
- Company credits equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage
- Company credits equal to the cost of short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan
- 15 days of accrued vacation
- Up to 3 personal days per year
- 11 annual holidays
- 8 hours of volunteer time
- 80 hours of sick time annually
- Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave
- 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational assistance
- Matching gifts
- Recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
