Integration Engineer (Early Career)

## Join our Team Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor U.S work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1's, H-1B1's, E-3's, O-1's, and TN's. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on CPT or EAD for this position. Relocation is not offered. About This Opportunity We are seeking early career professionals for this role that sits within Ericsson's Core Network team, part of the Cloud Competence practice — a technically strong, collaborative group of approximately 90 professionals delivering cloud and network solutions across North America's telecommunications programs. The team supports a broad portfolio of Tier 1 customers across the United States and Canada, working at the forefront of 5G Core deployment, cloud-native infrastructure, and network modernization. The culture values intellectual curiosity, collaborative ownership, and continuous learning — a place where expertise is respected and initiative is recognized. What You Will Do * Deploy Ericsson and third-party cloud platforms, onboard applications including 5G Core workloads, and execute Lifecycle Management (LCM) activities on deployed sites * Configure, validate, and troubleshoot infrastructure components including Juniper and Extreme switches and routers, and validate hardware against solution design specifications * Develop repeatable automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and Git/Gerrit-based workflows for lab and production deployments * Maintain meticulous documentation of test results, root cause analyses, and deployment procedures * Serve as a trusted technical partner to customers, supporting knowledge transfer and long-term confidence in deployed solutions * Collaborate across offshore delivery teams, Product R&D, and client stakeholders to drive delivery quality and operational efficiency The Skills You Bring * Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field * 4+ years of IT industry experience with a minimum of 2 years in cloud integration roles spanning Private and/or Public Cloud environments * Hands-on expertise in Linux, virtualization, Kubernetes, Docker, CNIs (Calico/Multus), Heat templates, Ansible, and Helm Charts; strong YAML, shell, and Python scripting skills * Solid knowledge of L2/L3 protocols, Calico, MetalLB, load balancer configurations, NFV concepts, and cloud storage backends including Ceph, Cinder, Manila, iSCSI, and ZFS * Working knowledge of HTTP(S), TCP/IP, and REST APIs * Foundational understanding of cloud-native security principles, open-source tooling, and data center design including CLOS topology * Strong documentation discipline and a proactive, ownership-driven approach to problem-solving * Knowledge of AI agents and frameworks is a plus 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. Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives 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. If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com. 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. Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano (Country/ City) Job details: Integration Engineer Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals. Your Pay The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are 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. Your Health Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents. Your Financial Security We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan. Your Time Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 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, and recognition programs.