Solution Architect - Core E2E
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About the role
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
Primary Recruiter: Shibani Mandal
Hiring Manager: Rahul Krishna
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