System Engineer

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What you will do:

• Driving Radio security studies to develop robust security features for customers.
• Lead technical investigations on security topics, propose mitigations, and drive decisions with impacted design teams.
• Systemizing security functionality for radio software, in alignment with the System Area charters for Radio and Security through participation in system studies to cover security aspects
• Analyze and break down security requirements into implementable system requirements and design constraints for radio units and RAN components.
• Supporting Architects, OPOs, drivers and development teams with expert guidance in secure implementation.
• Driving continuous improvement in product security in-line with latest development in security area.
• Participate in relevant forums and communities (System Area groups, Security Chapters, seminars) and share learnings, best practices, and guidance across the Radio organization.

The skills you bring:

• Solid background in radio/RAN systems, embedded systems, or telecom HW/SW, with experience from at least one of: radio HW, radio SW, RAN compute.
• Strong understanding of security fundamentals, including Cryptographic primitives (hashing, symmetric / asymmetric crypto, digital signatures) and secure boot and trusted execution concepts.
• Experience in system engineering / systemization:
  • Requirements analysis and decomposition
  • Defining system behaviors, interfaces, and constraints
  • Writing clear, structured technical documentation.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and drive decisions across multi‑disciplinary teams (HW, SW, ASIC, manufacturing, security governance).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a structured way of working and good attention to detail.
• Understanding of agile way of working, CI/CD setup for product development.
• Effective communication skills in English, both spoken and written.

Nice‑to‑have

• Experience with 5G RAN and Ericsson Radio System products (radios, AAS, RAN compute, transport, or Cloud RAN). Hands‑on experience with Secure boot / secure storage / secure debug implementations
• Familiarity with BNEW security frameworks, Baseline Security Requirements (BSR), and Radio Security Requirements in DOORS NG.
• Experience collaborating with Security Masters, Security Champions, or Product Security organizations.

Personal traits

• Curious, self‑driven, and eager to learn in the evolving radio security domain.
• Comfortable working in a distributed, cross‑functional environment and building strong networks across units.
• Able to balance security, performance, cost, and time‑to‑market in technical trade‑offs.
• Pragmatic and solution‑oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

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.

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa (Country/ City)

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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 $129,500 - $170,100

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.