Automation Engineer; Entry Level

Grow with us

Grow with us

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.

Location:

Plano, Texas

At Ericsson, we are transforming how large-scale telecommunications networks are deployed, upgraded, and supported — through automation, artificial intelligence, and data-driven operations. As an Automation Engineer based in Plano, Texas, you will join a team focused on developing innovative automation solutions that improve software deployment efficiency, reduce operational risk, and enhance customer experience across major wireless networks in North America. This role offers the opportunity to apply modern software engineering, automation, analytics, and AI technologies while contributing to mission-critical customer deployments.

In addition to automation engineering, this role contributes to the administration, security, and reliability of Linux and UNIX infrastructure, CAS servers, container platforms, and supporting services used for software delivery, AI-enabled operations, observability, and network modernization.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain automation solutions using Python and related technologies
• Build tools and scripts, APIs, integrations, and workflows that automate operational and software delivery activities
• Install, configure, administer, patch, upgrade, and troubleshoot Linux and UNIX-based systems supporting automation, software delivery, and telecommunications workloads.
• Assist in developing AI-enabled workflows, exploring practical uses of Large Language Models, prompt engineering, and agentic automation
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and inefficiencies; support dashboards, reporting solutions, and performance metrics
• Support software upgrade and deployment activities across customer networks; assist in troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Support CAS servers and associated application services, including configuration, lifecycle maintenance, access, capacity, availability, and incident resolution.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, create technical documentation, and collaborate across engineering, support, and customer-facing teams

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or a related STEM field
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, academic or personal projects qualify)
• Foundational knowledge of software development principles and object-oriented programming
• Experience with Python through coursework, internships, research, or independent projects
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Preferred: experience in any of the following — Python/Java/JavaScript, REST APIs, Git;
  Ansible, CI/CD, Git Hub Actions; SQL, data visualization; LLMs, machine learning;
  Linux, Unix, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure/AWS/GCP; LTE/5G, network management

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.

Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe…