Junior Automation Engineer - AI-Driven Network Ops

Ericsson; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ericsson Automation Engineer in Plano, Texas, focuses on designing and developing automation solutions using Python for software delivery and operational efficiency. The role covers Linux/UNIX systems, AI-enabled workflows, and collaboration across engineering and customer teams.

The candidate should have a STEM degree with 0–2 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with Python and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or related STEM field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, academic or personal projects qualify).
• Foundational knowledge of software development principles and object-oriented programming.
• Experience with Python through coursework, internships, research, or independent projects.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Preferred: experience in Python/Java/JavaScript, REST APIs, Git; Ansible, CI/CD, GitHub Actions; SQL, data visualization; LLMs, machine learning; Linux, Unix, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure/AWS/GCP; LTE/5G, network management

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain automation solutions using Python and related technologies
• Build tools and scripts, APIs, integrations, and workflows that automate operational and software delivery activities
• Install, configure, administer, patch, upgrade, and troubleshoot Linux and UNIX-based systems supporting automation, software delivery, and telecommunications workloads.
• Assist in developing AI-enabled workflows, exploring practical uses of Large Language Models, prompt engineering, and agentic automation
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and inefficiencies; support dashboards, reporting solutions, and performance metrics
• Support software upgrade and deployment activities across customer networks; assist in troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Support CAS servers and associated application services, including configuration, lifecycle maintenance, access, capacity, availability, and incident resolution.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, create technical documentation, and collaborate across engineering, support, and customer-facing teams

Skills

Python programming

OO programming

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or related STEM field

Tools

Python

Java

JavaScript

REST APIs

Git

Ansible

CI/CD

GitHub Actions

SQL

Data visualization

LLMs / ML

Linux

Unix

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

AWS

GCP

LTE/5G network management

Job description

Ericsson Automation Engineer in Plano, Texas, focuses on designing and developing automation solutions using Python for software delivery and operational efficiency. The role covers Linux/UNIX systems, AI-enabled workflows, and collaboration across engineering and customer teams.

The candidate should have a STEM degree with 0–2 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with Python and related tools.