SW Developer - Cloud RAN Baseband

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SW Developer - Cloud RAN Baseband
Location: Ottawa, ON.
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About this opportunity
We are seeking a Software Developer to join our 5G/6G Cloud RAN virtual Distributed Unit (vDU) Baseband function development team. This role involves implementing 3GPP specifications, designing and implementing algorithms, creating unit and multi-component tests, and contributing to documentation, requirement analysis, tools design, and system design.
What you will do

• Implement 5G and 6G scheduler functions and 3GPP standards related to RRM, MAC, RLC, and PDCP
• Develop embedded real-time software for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware
• Troubleshoot baseband scheduler and Layer 2 (L2) stack issues
• Contribute to RRM functions development including beamforming, massive MIMO, carrier aggregation, dynamic spectrum sharing, scheduling, link adaptation, and power optimization in the L2 scheduler
• Implement and test 5G Cloud RAN baseband features related to the L2 scheduler in a Cloud RAN DevOps environment
• Design new features and enhancements for next-generation telecommunications systems

The skills you bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming, embedded programming, and debugging
• Understanding of computer networks and wireless communications
• Knowledge of 3GPP NR specifications, including Radio Resource Management, MAC/RLC/PDCP protocols, Physical Layer, and mobility functions
• Experience with version control and CI/CD tools: Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, GitLab, and Spinnaker
• Familiarity with Linux, Python, MATLAB, and Bash scripting

Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives 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, learn more.
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Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa (Country/ City)
Job details: Developer
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
The salary range for this position is:
• LOCATION:
Ottawa, CA
Bachelors: $81,700 CAD
Masters: $90,300 CAD
Hiring Bonus:
Bachelors: $8,500 CAD
Masters: $11,500 CAD
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan (select if STV): Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of 3 medical and dental plan options that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Core level coverage is paid for fully by Ericsson.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Ericsson's Group Retirement & Savings Program offers an automatic 2% company contribution into the Pension Plan. Ericsson also offers a 50% match of employee's contribution into the Registered Retirement Savings Plan, up to 8% of the employee's contribution (maximum of 4% match). This leads to a total company contribution potential of 6%. Employees will also basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage at two-times annual base pay at no cost, as well as short-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson's Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 18 days of accrued vacation, at least 3personal days, minimum 10 holidays, 1 volunteer day, and sick days. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, wellness account, and recognition programs.