RAN Integration Architect for 4G/5G & Cloud RAN

Ericsson GmbH; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson seeks an experienced RAN Integration Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of Radio Access Network integration across 4G and 5G environments. You will act as the technical authority, guiding modernization, optimization, and successful customer transformation programs.

You will partner with engineering, operations, and project teams to deliver scalable, high-quality network solutions. The role requires deep expertise in RAN integration, Open RAN and Cloud RAN concepts, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Extensive experience in RAN integration, deployment, and network evolution projects across 2G/3G/4G LTE and 5G technologies.
• Strong knowledge of 2G, 3G, LTE and 5G technologies, network architecture, protocols, and integration processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end RAN integration activities for 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G networks.
• Define solution architectures, integration strategies, and implementation plans.
• Ensure successful deployment, commissioning, testing, and acceptance of network solutions.
• Serve as the technical escalation point for complex integration issues.
• Collaborate with customers, project managers, operations teams, and third-party vendors to ensure smooth delivery.
• Drive adoption of Cloud RAN, Open RAN, virtualization, and automation initiatives.
• Review network designs and implementation plans for quality and compliance.
• Support presales activities, technical proposals, and customer presentations.
• Identify risks and mitigation plans to meet milestones.
• Mentor engineers and promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Skills

RAN integration

Open RAN / Cloud RAN

Python / Ansible

Networking concepts

Stakeholder leadership

Troubleshooting

Engagement with customers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications

Tools

OSS/ENM platforms

Network management systems

Job description

Ericsson seeks an experienced RAN Integration Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of Radio Access Network integration across 4G and 5G environments. You will act as the technical authority, guiding modernization, optimization, and successful customer transformation programs.

You will partner with engineering, operations, and project teams to deliver scalable, high-quality network solutions. The role requires deep expertise in RAN integration, Open RAN and Cloud RAN concepts, and