The researcher will lead projects in optical systems, collaborating with partners to innovate and develop solutions for transport networks and radio systems.
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About this opportunity
Ericsson seeks a researcher with a solid academic background (PhD or equivalent) and possible some years' hands-on experience in optical systems and photonic technologies to conduct high-impact research applying these technologies to transport networks and radio systems. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to research projects-often in collaboration with technology partners, universities, and other Ericsson teams-driving innovation, solving complex technical challenges, and helping to translate advanced photonics concepts into practical network and radio solutions.
What you will do
• Investigate, design and evaluate optical solutions for applications in transport networks and radio systems.
• Develop models, prototypes, and experiments to validate concepts and quantify performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams, industry partners, and academic groups to accelerate innovation and transfer results to product development.
• Produce patents and publish results, when in line with the research strategy, in journals and conferences, and represent Ericsson in relevant forums and consortia.
• Make innovation in collaboration with key stakeholders and push for technology transfer towards radio products and transport networks.
• Work with real-world constraints - performance, scalability, robustness, and energy efficiency
• You will be trusted with meaningful responsibility from day one and supported by senior researchers who are leaders in their fields.
The skills you bring
• PhD (or equivalent) in one or more of the following: photonics, optical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or a closely related field.
• Some years of experience in optical transmission systems and technologies, optical networking, integrated photonics, or related areas applied to communications networks.
• Good communication and collaborative skills
• Professional proficiency in Japanese
• It would be beneficial to have some experience in PoC, demos or prototyping.
• At least basic knowledge of AI technologies.
What Sets You Apart
• A strong research mindset and the ability to generate novel ideas
• Motivation to publish, patent, and influence future standards
• High level of ownership, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability
• Willingness to continuously learn and work across adjacent domains
Why Ericsson Research
• Work on long term, high impact research with global reach
• Access to real network data and industrial scale problems
• Influence on international standards and future technologies
• Collaborate with world-class researchers across disciplines
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values creativity and technical excellence
• Strong benefits and clear growth paths
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? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive 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.
Primary country and city: Japan (JP) || Yokohama
Req ID: 783933
About this opportunity
Ericsson seeks a researcher with a solid academic background (PhD or equivalent) and possible some years' hands-on experience in optical systems and photonic technologies to conduct high-impact research applying these technologies to transport networks and radio systems. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to research projects-often in collaboration with technology partners, universities, and other Ericsson teams-driving innovation, solving complex technical challenges, and helping to translate advanced photonics concepts into practical network and radio solutions.
What you will do
• Investigate, design and evaluate optical solutions for applications in transport networks and radio systems.
• Develop models, prototypes, and experiments to validate concepts and quantify performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams, industry partners, and academic groups to accelerate innovation and transfer results to product development.
• Produce patents and publish results, when in line with the research strategy, in journals and conferences, and represent Ericsson in relevant forums and consortia.
• Make innovation in collaboration with key stakeholders and push for technology transfer towards radio products and transport networks.
• Work with real-world constraints - performance, scalability, robustness, and energy efficiency
• You will be trusted with meaningful responsibility from day one and supported by senior researchers who are leaders in their fields.
The skills you bring
• PhD (or equivalent) in one or more of the following: photonics, optical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or a closely related field.
• Some years of experience in optical transmission systems and technologies, optical networking, integrated photonics, or related areas applied to communications networks.
• Good communication and collaborative skills
• Professional proficiency in Japanese
• It would be beneficial to have some experience in PoC, demos or prototyping.
• At least basic knowledge of AI technologies.
What Sets You Apart
• A strong research mindset and the ability to generate novel ideas
• Motivation to publish, patent, and influence future standards
• High level of ownership, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability
• Willingness to continuously learn and work across adjacent domains
Why Ericsson Research
• Work on long term, high impact research with global reach
• Access to real network data and industrial scale problems
• Influence on international standards and future technologies
• Collaborate with world-class researchers across disciplines
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values creativity and technical excellence
• Strong benefits and clear growth paths
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? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive 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.
Primary country and city: Japan (JP) || Yokohama
Req ID: 783933
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