SW Developer - Cloud RAN Baseband L2

Ericsson•Ottawa, ON

1d•CA$101,500 - CA$133,350•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a SW Designer/Developer to join the existing 5G/6G Cloud RAN vDU Baseband function development team. Your role will include development activities such as: 3gpp spec implementation, algorithm design and implementation, unit and multi component test design, documentation, requirement analysis, tools design, and system design.

Requirements

BSc or MSc in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, with a strong background in C++ programming
Strong proficiency in C/C++, embedded programming, and debugging
Background in computer networks and wireless communications, with understanding of 3GPP specifications, including Radio Resource Management, MAC/RLC/PDCP/Physical Layer, and mobility
Familiarity with tools such as Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, GitLab, and Spinnaker
Experience using LLM-based coding assistants
Familiarity with Linux, Python, MATLAB, Bash, JSON, YAML, XML, and GPB
Familiarity with machine learning techniques, such as reinforcement learning, federated learning, transfer learning, and LLMs
Strong test‑oriented mindset and fast troubleshooting skills
Experience working in Agile development environments
Excellent English communication, problem‑solving, interpersonal, time‑management, and multitasking skills
An enthusiastic attitude, eagerness to learn and grow, and willingness to help teammates learn
Ability to work in international and multi‑site teams
Strong sense of ownership, with the ability to go above and beyond to meet customer, project, and deadline expectations
Commitment to diversity and inclusion, encouraging a speak‑up culture and demonstrating a strong can‑do attitude

Responsibilities

Implement 5G and 6G scheduler functions and 3GPP standards related to RRM, MAC, RLC, and PDCP
Develop embedded real‑time software running on commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS) hardware
Troubleshoot baseband scheduler and Layer‑2 (L2) stack issues
Contribute to the development of RRM functions, including beamforming, massive MIMO, carrier aggregation, dynamic spectrum sharing, scheduling, link adaptation, and power optimization in the L2 scheduler
Implement and test 5G Cloud RAN baseband features related to the L2 scheduler in a Cloud RAN DevOps environment
Design new algorithms for baseband features, implement them in the product, and support testing in the lab, over the air, and in operators’ networks

Benefits

Choice of 3 medical and dental plan options
Core level medical and dental coverage paid for fully by Ericsson
Automatic 2% company contribution into the Pension Plan
50% match of employee’s contribution into the Registered Retirement Savings Plan, up to 8% of the employee’s contribution (maximum of 4% match)
Basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage at two-times annual base pay at no cost
Short-term disability coverage
Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan
18 days of accrued vacation
At least 3 personal days
Minimum 10 holidays
1 volunteer day
Sick days
Up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave
6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay
Financial wellness programs
Educational assistance
Matching gifts
Wellness account
Recognition programs