Master Researcher - BTS System
- Stockholm
- Permanent
- Heltid
- Lead the design and definition of future BTS/AAU architectures, including innovations for high-frequency applications, fronthaul/backhaul evolution, and interface designs.
- Drive the technical strategy for next-generation wireless system architecture, going beyond current 5G/6G standards.
- Guide the team in identifying core challenges and opportunities for the future of BTS systems and define the direction for research investments.
- Conduct system-level simulations and analysis using tools such as MATLAB, Python, C/C++ to validate architectural concepts.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring across a team of system, RF, antenna and algorithm experts.
- Work in close partnership with other owned labs and global partners (3GPP notably) to deliver research outcomes with long-term commercial impact.
- Translate long-term technological vision into concrete deliverables aligned with industry roadmaps and the company's product strategy.
- PhD in Telecommunications, RF Engineering, BTS Architecture, Signal Processing or related field,
- Minimum of 8 years' experience in BTS or AAU system design, including both research and practical deployment,
- Proven experience in RF system design, particularly in multi-antenna systems, hardware architectures and radio propagation,
- Hands-on experience with Layer 1 and Layer 2 systems in LTE, NR, or equivalent wireless standards,
- Demonstrated capability in strategic technology planning over long-term horizons (10+ years),
- Familiarity with AAU-to-BBU integration and end-to-end system performance optimisation,
- Project or team management experience is required, must be comfortable leading multidisciplinary R&D teams.
- Experience with cooperative research projects, such as joint R&D initiatives with universities or industrial partners.
- A strong track record of innovation and delivering successful product outcomes from research-stage technologies.
- Experience in designing and validating new wireless architectures through end-to-end simulation workflows.
- Deep understanding of 6G value scenarios and commercialisation pathways.
- Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.