Wi-Fi Standardization Delegate

Ericsson•Santa Clara, CA

8d•$185,500 - $244,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Ericsson Research is growing its Advanced Development and Research team, and this role sits at the forefront of next-generation Wi-Fi innovation. As part of Group Function Technology, the team drives technology leadership in next-generation wireless systems through research, standardization, and regulation. Future wireless systems will rely on both licensed and unlicensed spectrum, with Wi-Fi playing a central role. Our work focuses on Wi-Fi generations five to ten years ahead, spanning both the Physical Layer (PHY) and Medium Access Control (MAC) layers. We maintain a long-standing presence in IEEE 802.11 standardization — including 802.11ax, 802.11ba, 802.11be, and 802.11bf — with active involvement in IEEE P802.11bp and IEEE P802.11bq. As Ericsson's enterprise and indoor wireless business grows, deep Wi-Fi expertise is increasingly critical. We are a collaborative, experienced team that values ownership, teamwork, and high-quality technical work.

Requirements

PhD, MSc, or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; a focus on radio and physical layer aspects of wireless communication is preferred
Strong knowledge of wireless networks and the industry, with a solid background in radio communication and signal processing
Experience in both physical layer and MAC layer design — expertise in both is not required, but comfort working across both is expected
Solid programming skills and experience with link and system-level simulators (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or Java)
Strong analytical thinking with the ability to advance technical conceptual proposals and solutions
Ability to collaborate, co-develop ideas, and take initiative when needed
Willingness to travel internationally

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with IEEE 802.11 and Software Defined Radios (SDRs)
Experience with standards development processes (IEEE, WFA, Bluetooth SIG, CSA, or 3GPP)
Familiarity with 3GPP radio access technologies

Responsibilities

Collaborate with an international team of researchers and standardization experts from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions for future Wi-Fi networks
Conduct research on Wi-Fi generations five to ten years ahead of current standards, covering both PHY and MAC layers
Develop research strategies and drive standardization efforts, including advancing requirements for Wi-Fi evolution within the IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Working Group
Build, extend, and use PHY and MAC simulators to evaluate ideas and generate simulation results supporting IEEE 802.11 standards contributions and coexistence assessments
Evaluate internal and external standardization proposals, identify synergies between 3GPP and IEEE 802.11 technologies, and coordinate with stakeholders across research, development, and product teams
Represent Ericsson in Standards Developing Organizations (SDOs), university collaborations, and customer meetings
Manage and contribute to industry engagements within Ericsson and with ecosystem partners
Communicate results both internally and externally

Benefits

Choice of three medical plan options
Dental plan option
Company credits towards medical and dental premiums
Ericsson US 401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution and 100% match 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