Technical Lead/Senior Engineer in Embedded Software - 5G User Plane Control/Scheduler

Ericsson GmbH; Kraków; On-site; PLN 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private medical care

Life insurance

Access to learning platforms

Sports and integration activities

Job summary

Join Ericsson GmbH in Kraków as a technical leader for 5G UPC SW. You will support teams in developing new 5G features, maintain product strategy, and engage in complex code reviews.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in real-time embedded systems and proficient skills in C/C++. This role offers a hybrid work model, an annual bonus, and other benefits including private medical care and access to training platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in real-time embedded systems development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good English language skills in both writing and conversation.

Responsibilities

• Support development of new features for the 5G RAN.
• Define and maintain product development strategy.
• Participate in code reviews and system studies.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Real-time embedded systems

Analytical and problem-solving

General programming (Python)

Knowledge of 5G/LTE standards

Clean code programming

Defining product architecture

Technical education (MSc/BSc)

Teamwork

English language skills

Education

MSc/BSc in a technical subject

Job description

Join our Team

About this opportunity: If you want to join the evolution of Ericsson, work with 5G and beyond, and be part of one of the most thrilling and demanding R&D businesses - this is the job for you! Ericsson is the market leader in bringing connectivity to humanity. The possibilities across industries are endless – from the more traditional advanced mobile broadband services to automotive and transports to agriculture, utilities and much more.

We work with the latest generation of broadband wireless technology. The RAN (Radio Access Network) Performance organization is responsible to systemize, design, implement and test software 5G features. The unit is responsible for the baseband SW within the 5G product – one of the most complex embedded product in the world. We are now creating a product responsible organization in Krakow, Poland, with one Layer 2/Scheduler section focused on 5G. Currently we are looking for a technical leader who will help us to develop 5G UPC SW (User Plane Control). You will be part of a world‑class organization with some of the leading experts within the industry – you will join the baseband scheduler department and work with the 5G UPC product.

What you will do

• Support teams in development of new features for the 5G RAN
• Work with UPC SW architecture changes to prepare for the feature's roadmap
• Review design solutions prior to implementation
• Participate and approve strategic/complex code reviews
• Define and maintain product development strategy and architecture integrity
• Work with improving general quality of Scheduler
• Drive domain module, submodule and function level test strategy
• Maintain, define and prioritize UPC domain care backlog
• Participate and support in system study
• Support longer term prototyping and architecture initiatives

The skills you bring

• Hands‑on experience and knowledge in C/C++ programming
• At least 5 years' experience in development of real‑time embedded systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• General programming skills is an advantage, e.g. Python
• Knowledge of 5G and LTE (4G) standards (3GPP) is an advantage
• Clean code programming style and mindset
• Experience in defining product architecture or complex implementation proposals is appreciated
• MSc/Bsc level in a technical subject area or the equivalent level of knowledge
• Keen interest in the long‑term evolution and success of the Baseband SW product
• Find it stimulating with teamwork and be part of a global organization
• Good English language skills in both writing and conversation is required

What do we offer

• Annual bonus depending on the achievement of the company's goals and results
• Possibility to take advantage of the reduction of tax‑deductible costs for creative work
• Financial awards and distinctions
• Private medical care for employee and their family (Medicover)
• Life insurance
• Mental Help Line
• Cafeteria system Pluxee platform: co‑financing MultiSport or OK System card, lunch cards, and others
• Sports and integration activities (e.g. Football, Joga, raising team, climbing club)
• Company support (loans and grants)
• Possibility to participate in 3G / 4G / 5G... 6G technology projects
• Opportunity to participate in technical and interpersonal training conducted by international trainers
• Access to recognized learning platforms (Pluralsight, Skillsoft, Coursera)
• Opportunity to work in an international environment, also outside Poland

We work in a hybrid model – 3 days from the office in Kraków weekly.

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.

Primary country and city: Poland (PL) – Krakow

Req ID: 781573