Ndo Technical Lead

2 weeks ago

Midrand, South Africa Ericsson Full time

**Join our Team**:
**About this opportunity**
Ericsson is seeking a highly experienced Principal/Senior Solution Architect with expertise in Radio Access Network (RAN) Swap Projects to join our Network Design & Optimization (NDO) team. In this pivotal role, you will analyze, design, and deliver end-to-end technical solutions that align with customer requirements and leverage Ericsson's product portfolio.
As a trusted technical leader, you will manage a team of onsite and remote engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and liaise directly with C-level executives and key stakeholders. The focus will be on achieving best-in-class network performance while leading the technical execution of complex RAN Swap projects across Africa.

**What you will do**
**Technical Leadership**
- Act as the Technical Lead for RAN Swap projects, ensuring seamless migration with mínimal disruption to the customer’s network.
- Define, manage, and verify solutions during the execution phase to meet performance and quality benchmarks.
- Lead end-to-end technical delivery of customer projects, from requirements gathering to implementation and acceptance testing.

**Network Analysis & Optimization**
- Conduct comprehensive technical analysis of the customer’s network to evaluate coverage, capacity, and quality.
- Identify improvement opportunities and provide actionable recommendations for immediate performance enhancements.
- Develop and advise on long-term Network Evolution Strategies to inform the customer’s investment decisions.
- Perform KPI optimization to achieve superior network performance and enhance user experience.

**Customer Engagement**
- Act as a trusted advisor to C-level executives (Group CTIOs, OpCo CTOs), presenting actionable technical strategies and recommendations.
- Facilitate in-depth discussions with customers on technology roadmaps and business challenges, translating them into tailored solutions.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations to stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment and clarity.

**Team Management & Collaboration**
- Lead and mentor a team of onsite and remote engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Core, Transport, and IT, to deliver integrated, customer-centric solutions.
- Drive knowledge sharing and contribute to Ericsson’s global NDO community.

**RAN Swap Expertise**
- Oversee and manage RAN Swap projects, including planning, execution, and vendor coordination.
- Handle feature rollouts, software upgrades, and hardware deployments during swap projects.
- Ensure adherence to operational and security standards throughout the project lifecycle.

**Business Development**
- Identify and drive new business opportunities, including add-on services and solutions.
- Contribute to the preparation of technical proposals, cost estimations, and value-driven solutions.
- Provide strategic input on service pricing and solution value propositions.

**You will bring**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 10-15 years of experience in RAN design, optimization, and migration, with substantial exposure to 4G/5G transition projects.
- Proven expertise in delivering large-scale RAN Swap projects, including vendor management and multi-site integration.
- Strong knowledge of 4G LTE (e.g., Carrier Aggregation, VoLTE, SON) and 5G NR (e.g., Massive MIMO, Beamforming, Network Slicing).
- Hands-on experience with Ericsson’s RAN products, tools, and technologies.
- Proficiency in network optimization tools like ENM, TEMS, Actix, and other industry-standard platforms.
- Familiarity with 3GPP standards, protocols (S1, X2, NG), and interfaces.
- Strong dedication to understanding and addressing customer needs, delivering high-quality solutions, and ensuring customer satisfaction

This role is based out in Woodmead as the primary location or based in one of the provinces in South Africa

**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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**Primary country and city**: South Africa (ZA) || Woodmead

**Req ID**: 758353

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