Cloud Native Software Developer

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About This Opportunity

Ericsson On-Demand: Shaping the next telecommunication paradigm.

We are transforming the mobile telecommunications market by bringing solutions forward with true as-a-Service technologies and commercial models built on the public cloud. Our partnership with Google Cloud is breaking new ground, enabling Ericsson Core Network Services—starting with the 5G DMC—to be deployed at hyperscaler scale.

At Ericsson, we are building the next generation of Cloud Native, carrier-grade 5G core network solutions. As a Software Developer – Core User Plane as a Service, you will join a seasoned and highly collaborative User Plane development team responsible for delivering scalable, resilient, and high-performance user‑plane functions on hyperscale cloud platforms.

Working alongside experienced engineers and technical experts, you will help accelerate the delivery of new user‑plane capabilities, improve system performance and reliability, and solve complex networking and scalability challenges. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting‑edge Cloud Native 5G solutions, contribute to large‑scale production systems, and grow your expertise within Ericsson’s strong learning and innovation culture.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and maintain Cloud Native user‑plane services for 5G Core networks.
• Build and enhance high‑performance networking software running on public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Develop and optimize packet processing functions using technologies such as DPDK.
• Deliver scalable microservices using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Own services end‑to‑end, including development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and operational support.
• Collaborate with software architects, developers, and cross‑functional teams to improve system performance, resiliency, and scalability.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automation using modern DevOps practices and tools.
• Troubleshoot complex networking and cloud infrastructure issues in production environments.
• Drive continuous improvement in software quality, test coverage, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong software development experience using C, C++, Go, or similar systems programming languages.
• Solid Linux development and troubleshooting skills.
• Good understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, and network protocols.
• Experience with high‑performance packet processing technologies such as DPDK.
• Experience building Cloud Native applications and microservices.
• Hands‑on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized environments.
• Experience working with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, Cloud Build, or similar.
• Experience working with REST and/or gRPC APIs.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud‑based databases and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of observability and monitoring tools.
• Experience in telecommunications, 5G Core, or cloud‑native networking solutions.
• Exposure to large‑scale production environments and carrier‑grade systems.

Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply.

Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa

Job details: Developer

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range (Ottawa): $101,500 CAD – $133,350 CAD

Short‑Term Variable Compensation Plan: Opportunity for an annual bonus 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.

Health & Insurance

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.

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 receive 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.

Time Off & Leave

Your work‑life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 18 days of accrued vacation, at least 3 personal days, a minimum of 10 holidays, 1 volunteer day, and sick days. 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.

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.

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