Graduate Software Engineer (Athlone 2017)

Job description

Ericsson Athlone Graduate Program - Software Engineer

Did you know that more than 40% of the world’s mobile traffic goes through Ericsson Networks?

By 2020, the number of connected devices worldwide will have reached 50 billion!

Did you know that Ericsson supports mobile operators’ networks servicing more than 2.5 billion subscribers?

Do you want to be part of that future?

About Ericsson

At Ericsson, we strive to connect everyone, wherever they may be. Because by being connected, people can take part in the emerging global collaboration that is the Networked Society - a society in which every person and every industry is empowered to reach their full potential.

Our services, software and infrastructure - especially in mobility, broadband and the cloud - are enabling the communications industry and other sectors to do better business, increase efficiency, improve their users' experience and capture new opportunities.

The Role

As a Software Engineer joining Ericsson Athlone ( which boasts the LARGEST Java development site in Ireland!!) you will be working on the development of Network Management Software. Our OSS Product (Operator Support System) is used by over 320 mobile operators globally to manage and configure all the information coming from 2G, 3G and 4G Mobile Networks. You will be assigned to a feature team, working in an Agile development process, gaining exposure to the full software development life cycle, from initial systems development and architecture to design, testing and verification

What do you need to be successful in this role?

·  Minimum 2.1 Hons Degree in related field (Computer Science/Software Engineering/Software Development/Telecommunications)
·  Software Development using Java is a must
·  Knowledge of UNIX/Linux

What do we offer you?

An opportunity to work for the global leader in telecoms networks using the most up to date and cutting edge technologies as well as continuous training and development through all stages of your career. This is a chance to build a career in a challenging yet supportive environment which fosters initiative and personal growth.

You can also join our Sports and Social club getting involved in lots of fun activities as well as our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives such as Ericsson GLO>BE (our LGBTQ Network) and the Ericsson Women’s Network.

Ericsson operates in more than 180 countries, and there is significant opportunity for travel and although we primarily use Java, there is also a wide use of Javascript, Python, Django, NodeJS, BASH,UNIX, PERL to name just a few so there’s lots to learn!

Location

Ericsson, Cornamaddy, Athlone

Start Date

Summer/Autumn 2017

Please don’t hesitate to let us know in advance any reasonable accommodations we can provide during the interview process

Ericsson provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, ethnic background, age, disability, political opinion, social status, veteran status, union membership or genetics.

Ericsson complies with applicable country, state and all local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location across the world in which the company has facilities. In addition, Ericsson supports the UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights and the United Nations Global Compact.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training and development.

Ericsson expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, ethnic background, age, disability, political opinion, social status, veteran status, union membership or genetic information.

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