Solution Architect - Core E2E

About the Opportunity

Join our dynamic team at Ericsson as a Solution Architect. In this pivotal role, we want tech enthusiasts who are genuinely passionate about delivering cutting-edge solutions to global customers. If youre detail-oriented, thrive in fast-paced environments, and love putting customers first this could be your next move. Soft skills matter just as much as technical chops here. Youll collaborate with diverse stakeholders across the organization, so being a strong communicator and team player is key.

What Youll Do:

As an Packet Core Performance Consultant, youll dive deep into customer challenges and ambitions, leverage your expertise in Ericssons portfolio (and third-party products), and craft end-to-end strategies that optimize network performance and customer experience.

Your mission:

Deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that create real business value. Youll need to adapt quickly to change and show leadership across both Ericsson and customer teams.

The Impact:

Youll be at the center of major network transformation projects for Ericssons biggest customers. This means collaborating closely with Product Units, Customer teams, Technical groups, and Marketing/Business Development. Youll design and deploy solutions that enhance network capacity, functionality, and end-user services working across IMS and Packet Core portfolios with a focus on leading the charge into 5G Core and in the E2E chain.

Why This Role Rocks:

• Work on next-gen 5G technology and beyond
• Global customer exposure
• Drive real transformation project
• Shape innovative solutions from the ground up

Join our Team

What will you bring:

People Communication

• Customer relationship pro who can build trust and drive conversations
• Craft and deliver compelling technical presentations and proposals
• Strong consultative mindset you see the forest and the trees
• Bridge the gap between engineers, developers, and sales teams

Mindset Approach

• Innovative, creative spirit with a healthy appetite for risk-taking
• Strategic thinker who can pivot to tactical execution when needed
• Thrive under pressure and tight deadlines
• Open to traveling (25%+)

Technical Chops

• Solid experience delivering end-to-end solutions in domains like Packet Core, TCP Optimization and Routing
• Expert-level knowledge in some of the following Core Network Functions: AMF, SMF, MME, SGW/PGW-C/U, UPF, DNS
• Deep understanding of 4G/5G mobile networks, E2E optimization, and network design
• Strong grasp of 3GPP standards and how to apply them in real-world implementations

Networking Protocols

• Signaling-Plane and User-Plane analysis (familiar with major monitoring systems and Wireshark)
• TCP/QUIC protocol knowledge
• Routing and switching expertise

Data Analysis

• Data analytics skills: Python (Pandas, NumPy, Parquet, etc), MySQL, Excel, Tableau
• Comfortable translating data into actionable insights

Collaboration Growth

• Work closely with RD provide feedback and spark new ideas
• Stay current on emerging tech and share knowledge to build customer competence
• Active participant in knowledge transfer and documentation

Preferred Skills:

• Experience defining new business models
• Design Thinking knowledge and rapid prototyping experience
• Hands-on experience building cloud infrastructure and NFV (Network Function Virtualization)
• 5+ years in technology leadership roles
• Background in system testing troubleshooting
• Knowledge Cloud Virtualization
• Knowledge of virtualization techniques
• Routing and Switching Certifications (Ericsson or Cisco)
• AI/ML Automation: Familiarity with AIOps, machine learning for network optimization, and intelligent automation tools
• Python/Scripting: Programming skills for automation and data analysis
• Cloud-Native Expertise: Experience with multi-cloud environments, microservices, and cloud-native network functions (CNF)
• Emerging Tech: Knowledge of network slicing, edge computing, and intent-based networking
• Security Forward: Understanding of Zero Trust architectures and modern security frameworks
• Continuous Learner: Demonstrated ability to quickly adopt new technologies and methodologies

All academic credentials must be from recognized and accredited institutions and are further subject to verification.

Primary country and city: India (IN) || Bangalore

Job details: Solution Architect

Job Stage: Job Stage 6

Primary Recruiter: Shibani Mandal

Hiring Manager: Rahul Krishna

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