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Job Description: Junior RAN Test Engineer
Role Overview
As a Junior RAN Test Engineer, you will join Ericsson’s RAN Test team and play a key role in ensuring our 4G/5G Radio Access Network (RAN) solutions perform as expected before deployment in live customer networks. This is an early-career role designed for recent graduates, offering structured support, mentorship, and opportunities to build expertise in mobile networks, test methods, and automation.
You’ll start by mastering foundational knowledge and contributing to real projects alongside senior Integration Engineers, Network Engineers, and Test Managers. Ideal candidates thrive on understanding how systems work, solving practical problems, and exploring mobile networks, software/systems testing, and automation/AI. Over time, growth opportunities include progression into roles such as:
- Integration Engineer
- Network Engineer
- Test Specialist
What You Will Do
At the beginning, your focus is on learning and gaining confidence with our tools and workflow. As you grow, you’ll take on increasingly responsible tasks.
You will:
- Follow a structured onboarding plan covering 4G/5G RAN concepts, Ericsson tools, and our ways of working, using internal learning platforms and local workshops.
- Shadow experienced colleagues during test planning, execution, and troubleshooting, then gradually own small, well-defined tasks with ongoing support.
- Help prepare and run test cases for new software loads, features, and configuration changes in the RAN test environment, working under senior engineer guidance.
- Collect, organise, and log traces, data, and basic KPIs from test runs to aid the team in analysing results and resolving issues.
- Use existing automation frameworks and scripts to execute tests and, over time, propose improvements (e.g., log parsing or new report generation).
- Assist with day-to-day test environment maintenance (e.g., applying software updates or configuration changes) after proper training.
- Document test cases, results, and defects in Ericsson standard tools (e.g., Azure DevOps/Jira), ensuring clear, actionable notes for future reference.
- Participate in team routines (stand-ups, planning, retrospectives) while fostering cross-functional collaboration with colleagues across locations.
- Identify and propose small process improvements based on your observations.
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What You Will Bring
We’re seeking potential and a growth mindset, not perfection. Key attributes include:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as:
- Telecommunications
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Networks & Security
- (or comparable discipline)
- Strong technical foundations and passion for mobile networks and testing, demonstrated by:
- Basic understanding of networking principles (e.g., IP, routing, latency, throughput).
- Familiarity with Linux/UNIX (familiarity with terminal commands).
- Experience with a programming/scripting language (e.g., Python, Java, C/C++, Bash) via coursework or personal projects.
- Hands-on testing experience (software, systems, lab work) from projects, internships, or labs.
- A problem-solving mindset that aligns with our collaborative model:
- Curious and eager to learn, comfortable asking questions and experimenting.
- Practical and systematic, breaking down problems and learning from failures.
- Collaborative, sharing insights and contributing to team success.
- Detail-oriented and quality-focused, adhering to process standards.
- Transparent and accountable, keeping stakeholders updated while addressing challenges proactively.
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We welcome applications from candidates who don’t meet every criteria but can evidence enthusiasm, growth potential, or adaptable skills.
Why Join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you’ll:
- Work on groundbreaking solutions to solve pressing global challenges.
- Drive innovation alongside a diverse team of pioneers committed to redefining industry standards.
- Grow in an environment that values individual contribution while fostering collective progress.
Further insights into our hiring process are available here.
Key Details
- Location: Reading, UK (GB)
- Req ID: 784729
- Organisational Values: Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are central to Ericsson’s culture, enriching collaboration and accelerating progress.
Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences and are committed to empowering all backgrounds to thrive in our mission-driven team.
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