RAN Performance Engineer

Responsibilities

• Analyze and troubleshoot Baseband software issues at the RAN level using logs, traces, KPIs, and radio performance data
• Take a holistic view of network problems, considering radio conditions, configurations, and feature combinations
• Collaborate with system designers and developers to identify root causes and define robust fixes or design improvements
• Contribute to the design and systemization of new 5G/NR and LTE features from a performance and robustness perspective
• Drive automation and data analytics to improve issue detection, analysis, and prevention
• Work with customer teams to reproduce and resolve network problems in high-visibility environments
• Document technical findings and share best practices and tools across the organization

Requirements

• Strong troubleshooting skills with experience debugging complex technical issues end-to-end
• Solid knowledge of RAN aspects for 5G/NR and/or LTE, including architecture, protocols, scheduling, and radio performance
• Practical experience with Baseband software architecture or programming, including the ability to reason about software behavior
• Experience with system design, development, or testing within 5G or LTE environments
• Proficiency in using troubleshooting and analysis tools such as log/trace tools, KPI dashboards, and radio performance tools
• Fluency in English with strong communication skills to explain complex technical findings to stakeholders

Benefits

• Competitive salary (Ottawa range: $129,500 CAD - $170,100 CAD)
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical and dental plan options
• Retirement savings programs with company matching and pension plan contributions
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and parental leave

About the Company

Ericsson is a global leader in telecommunications technology, driving innovation in 5G and beyond. We build solutions to the world's toughest connectivity problems and empower our teams to push the boundaries of what is possible in the Radio Access Network (RAN) space.