Solution Architect - Network Performance

• 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 you're 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. You'll collaborate with diverse stakeholders across the organization, so being a strong communicator and team player is key.

What You'll Do:

As an Packet Core Performance Consultant, you'll dive deep into customer challenges and ambitions, leverage your expertise in Ericsson's 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. You'll need to adapt quickly to change and show leadership across both Ericsson and customer teams.

The Impact:

You'll be at the center of major network transformation projects for Ericsson's biggest customers. This means collaborating closely with Product Units, Customer teams, Technical groups, and Marketing/Business Development.

You'll 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 R&D-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