5g Interoperability Test (Iodt) & Integration Engineer

Ericsson; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking a 5G Interoperability Test & Integration Engineer to optimize and test network performance, particularly in the Radio Access Network. The role demands experience in system testing and collaboration with partner engineers to enhance network functionalities. Join a diverse team that encourages innovation and personal growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional engineering experience or 7+ years with no degree.
• Experience with basic networking issues, UDP, TCP, IPv4, IPv6.
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead IoDT test and integration activities for RAN features software.
• Support development of automated testing and write test reports.
• Debug issues and determine RAN or UE related problems.

Skills

Hands on 4G / 5G system testing

Interoperability testing

Debugging

Networking protocols

Python programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or STEM discipline

Tools

Wireshark

QXDM

QCAT

WaveJudge

Channel emulator

Job description

At this time, Ericsson Canada Inc. does not provide immigration assistance / sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

About this opportunity :

As a 5G Interoperability Test (IoDT) & Integration Engineer, you will play a critical role in integrating, testing, and optimizing the functional performance, reliability, and robustness of a 5G E2E network with a focus on the Radio Access Network (RAN) features. You will work directly with UE / device partner engineers to execute Interoperability testing while collaborating with these partner operators to debug RAN / UE issues and optimize network performance.

What you will do

• Lead IoDT test and integration activities for RAN features software
• Work directly with UE / device partner engineers to run IoDT test plans and debug issues
• Trouble-shoot issues to determine if they are RAN or UE related
• Writing trouble reports on the issues found
• Supporting / working with our software design teams to investigate issues
• Write test reports and record test results
• Work extensively in a test lab environment
• Support the development of automated testing, where appropriate

The skills you bring :

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional engineering experience; OR 7+ years of professional engineering experience, in lieu of a degree
• Hands on 4G / 5G system testing, interoperability testing & integration with Radios, gNodeBs, DUs, preferably Ericsson products
• Experience with 4G or 5G air interface, 3GPP call processing, and network architecture specifically focused on the Radio Access Network (RAN)
• Experience with UE (User Equipment - Phone / Handset) log analysis and other debug tools (QXDM, QCAT, Wireshark)
• Experience with UDP / TCP / IPv4 / IPv6 and debugging basic networking issues
• Experience with related test tools (e.g. WaveJudge, channel emulator) and test programing (e.g. scripting experience in Perl or Python)

Preferred Skills & Experience :

• Strong knowledge of wireless communications, networking protocols and / or signal processing
• Prior experience debugging issues for a cellular network deployed at scale (either as a RAN vendor, network operator, or phone OEM)
• Software development experience with python
• Strong skills in debugging and performance optimization; exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
• Can-do attitude with strong customer focus
• Must be willing to work extended hours as needed

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 nurture 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 and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [emailprotected]

DISCLAIMER : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

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