About this opportunity:
We are in search of an exceptional Systems Engineer with a deep expertise in cutting-edge hardware technologies to join our dynamic team. This role is focused on harnessing the power of the latest Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) hardware specifically designed for far-edge computing environments, leveraging the most advanced CPUs/GPUs and Network Interface Cards (NICs) available on the market.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with OEM vendors, Container-as-a-Service (CaaS) providers, and internal teams to ensure seamless hardware and software integration, ultimately delivering a robust, high-performance platform that supports our innovative edge computing solutions.
Engineering Unit Cloud RAN is owning the acceleration and creation of a cloud-native Radio Access Network (RAN) product offering. This unit contains in one organization total life-cycle capability from architecture definition to deployment in customer networks and capability to contribute to open-source communities.
To set ourselves up for greatness we count on our technical staff to truly embody our business area’s three C’s, Customer Focus, Collaboration, and Can-do, to drive the realization of the Ericsson Cloud RAN portfolio.
This is a hybrid position based at our Ireland Athlone Office.
What you will do:
• Hardware Integration: Partner with leading OEM vendors to deploy, test, and integrate the latest COTS hardware for far-edge computing environments
• Vendor Collaboration: Work closely with hardware OEM vendors to optimize and ensure compatibility with our edge computing platform
• CaaS Integration: Partner with CaaS providers to seamlessly integrate hardware with cloud-native services for optimal performance and reliability of containerized workloads
• System Optimization: Perform tuning and optimization of hardware and software systems for maximum efficiency and reliability
• Platform Stability: Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, network, or system issues to ensure platform stability and robustness
• Technology Evaluation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies in edge computing, CPUs, GPUs, NICs, and network infrastructure to propose and implement the latest innovations
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver a cohesive and high-performance platform
The skills you bring:
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering or hardware integration, with a focus on COTS hardware and far-edge computing
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of modern CPU and GPU architectures, NICs, and other key components used in edge computing
• Integration Skills: Proven experience working with OEM vendors and integrating CaaS platforms into hardware solutions
• Networking Knowledge: In-depth understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and hardware, including high-performance NICs and network optimization techniques
• Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills with a hands-on approach to diagnosing and resolving complex hardware and system issues
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with internal teams and external partners
What do we offer:
• A healthy work-life balance (flexible hours, hybrid work mode, maternity/paternity and parental leave)
• 27 days annual leave, family-friendly work environment!
• Expand your horizons in a rich multicultural environment with colleagues from all over the world
• Clearly defined career paths, improved with in-house training and financial support for external study
• Opportunities to travel around the world and work directly with our customers before they go live
• Pension scheme, health insurance, company doctor, life cover and sick pay/income continuance plan
• Laptop and mobile phone, tax saver commuter/bike to work scheme
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.
What happens once you apply?
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Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.