Ericsson Core Network Architect

About the role

Bridge Talent is seeking an experienced Ericsson Core Network Architect to design, implement and optimise next-generation 4G/5G Core Network solutions. The role covers scalable, secure and high-performing packet core and IMS solutions, cloud-native deployments, network integration and lifecycle management, working closely with engineering, operations and customer teams.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop High-Level and Low-Level Designs for Ericsson 4G/5G Core Network solutions, including SA and NSA architectures
• Lead deployment, integration and configuration of Core Network Functions and Virtual Network Functions in cloud-native environments
• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable network solutions with cross-functional teams
• Drive capacity planning, performance optimisation and lifecycle management of core network platforms
• Plan and execute software upgrades, migrations and enhancements with minimal service impact
• Troubleshoot complex signalling and user-plane issues and support integration, interoperability and end-to-end validation
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, security requirements and Ericsson best practices
• Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams and implementation guides, and guide engineering teams and support customer engagements

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in telecom core network architecture, solution design or deployment
• Strong expertise in Ericsson 4G/5G Core Network technologies and 3GPP standards
• Knowledge of core network functions (AMF, SMF, UPF, MME, SGW, PGW, NRF, DNS, IMS) and 4G/5G architecture and protocols (TCP/IP, QUIC, SS7)
• Experience with NFV/SDN, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift and cloud-native platforms
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills; good understanding of Agile and telecom delivery best practices

Required skills

• Network analysis and troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark
• Scripting or data analytics tools such as Python, SQL or Tableau (an advantage)