Integration Engineer (Early Career)
About The Position
We are seeking early career professionals for this role that sits within Ericsson's Core Network team, part of the Cloud Competence practice — a technically strong, collaborative group of approximately 90 professionals delivering cloud and network solutions across North America's telecommunications programs. The team supports a broad portfolio of Tier 1 customers across the United States and Canada, working at the forefront of 5G Core deployment, cloud-native infrastructure, and network modernization. The culture values intellectual curiosity, collaborative ownership, and continuous learning — a place where expertise is respected and initiative is recognized.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of IT industry experience with a minimum of 2 years in cloud integration roles spanning Private and/or Public Cloud environments
- Hands-on expertise in Linux, virtualization, Kubernetes, Docker, CNIs (Calico/Multus), Heat templates, Ansible, and Helm Charts; strong YAML, shell, and Python scripting skills
- Solid knowledge of L2/L3 protocols, Calico, MetalLB, load balancer configurations, NFV concepts, and cloud storage backends including Ceph, Cinder, Manila, iSCSI, and ZFS
- Working knowledge of HTTP(S), TCP/IP, and REST APIs
- Foundational understanding of cloud-native security principles, open-source tooling, and data center design including CLOS topology
- Strong documentation discipline and a proactive, ownership-driven approach to problem-solving
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of AI agents and frameworks is a plus
Responsibilities
- Deploy Ericsson and third-party cloud platforms, onboard applications including 5G Core workloads, and execute Lifecycle Management (LCM) activities on deployed sites
- Configure, validate, and troubleshoot infrastructure components including Juniper and Extreme switches and routers, and validate hardware against solution design specifications
- Develop repeatable automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and Git/Gerrit-based workflows for lab and production deployments
- Maintain meticulous documentation of test results, root cause analyses, and deployment procedures
- Serve as a trusted technical partner to customers, supporting knowledge transfer and long-term confidence in deployed solutions
- Collaborate across offshore delivery teams, Product R&D, and client stakeholders to drive delivery quality and operational efficiency
Benefits
- Choice of three medical plan options
- Dental plan option
- Company credits towards medical and dental premiums
- 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 for basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage
- Company credits for 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
Entry Level
