Wi-Fi Standardization Delegate Santa Clara,California, Technology & Research Posted ago

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Ericsson Research is growing its Advanced Development and Research team, and this role sits at the forefront of next-generation Wi‑Fi innovation. As part of Group Function Technology, the team drives technology leadership in next‑generation wireless systems through research, standardization, and regulation. Future wireless systems will rely on both licensed and unlicensed spectrum, with Wi‑Fi playing a central role. Our work focuses on Wi‑Fi generations five to ten years ahead, spanning both the Physical Layer (PHY) and Medium Access Control (MAC) layers.

We maintain a long‑standing presence in IEEE 802.11 standardization — including 802.11ax, 802.11ba, 802.11be, and 802.11bf — with active involvement in IEEE P802.11bp and IEEE P802.11bq. As Ericsson's enterprise and indoor wireless business grows, deep Wi‑Fi expertise is increasingly critical. We are a collaborative, experienced team that values ownership, teamwork, and high‑quality technical work.

• Collaborate with an international team of researchers and standardization experts from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions for future Wi‑Fi networks
• Conduct research on Wi‑Fi generations five to ten years ahead of current standards, covering both PHY and MAC layers
• Develop research strategies and drive standardization efforts, including advancing requirements for Wi‑Fi evolution within the IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Working Group
• Build, extend, and use PHY and MAC simulators to evaluate ideas and generate simulation results supporting IEEE 802.11 standards contributions and coexistence assessments
• Evaluate internal and external standardization proposals, identify synergies between 3
  
  GPP and IEEE 802.11 technologies, and coordinate with stakeholders across research, development, and product teams
• Represent Ericsson in Standards Developing Organizations (SDOs), university collaborations, and customer meetings
• Manage and contribute to industry engagements within Ericsson and with ecosystem partners
• Communicate results both internally and externally

• PhD, MSc, or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; a focus on radio and physical layer aspects of wireless communication is preferred
• Strong knowledge of wireless networks and the industry, with a solid background in radio communication and signal processing
• Experience in both physical layer and MAC layer design — expertise in both is not required, but comfort working across both is expected
• Solid programming skills and experience with link and system-level simulators (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or Java)
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to advance technical conceptual proposals and solutions
• Ability to collaborate, co-develop ideas, and take initiative when needed
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Nice to have:
  Hands‑on experience with IEEE 802.11 and Software Defined Radios (SDRs); experience with standards development processes (IEEE, WFA, Bluetooth SIG, CSA, or 3
  
  GPP); familiarity with 3
  
  GPP radio access technologies

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.

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 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.

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