About this role
About this opportunity: We are looking for a Junior Digital Hardware Designer to join our Microwave & Digital Design team in Gothenburg. You will be part of the development of MINI-LINK, a key product within Ericsson’s wireless backhaul portfolio.MINI-LINK is a microwave network node delivering market-leading performance, driven by the rapid evolution of smartphones, IoT, and next-generation mobile networks. Our unit holds full design responsibility for MINI-LINK indoor units as well as outdoor mmWave products. This includes both the development of new hardware and the maintenance of released products.
What you will do
As a junior digital hardware designer, you will work closely with experienced engineers and gradually take on more responsibility.
Your main tasks will include
- Contribute to schematic design and PCB development under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Support pre- and post-layout simulations and participate in board and product verification.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as layout, power, mechanical, and thermal design to ensure optimal system performance.
- Participate in hands-on troubleshooting and verification in the lab.
- Use lab equipment such as power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers.
- Bring new ideas and support continuous improvement in a collaborative team environment.
What you will learn and gain: This role offers strong learning opportunities and hands-on experience in real product development:
- Core digital hardware skills: CPUs, memories (DRAM/Flash), Ethernet switches, clock synthesizers, and related components.
- Signal and power integrity fundamentals: exposure to simulation tools and methods used to identify and resolve SI/PI issues.
- Schematic and PCB design basics: experience with industry-standard design tools and workflows.
- Lab and measurement skills: soldering, measurements, and practical debugging of real hardware.
- Professional growth: increased independence, communication skills, and a strong professional network.
Who we’re looking for
- A junior engineer or recent graduate with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field.
- Strong interest in digital components, electronics design and practical, hands-on lab work.
- Curious, collaborative, and eager to learn from others while sharing your own insights.
- A problem solver who takes initiative, asks questions, and persists until issues are resolved.
- Motivated to explore new ideas and contribute to a culture of innovation.
- Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
Meritorious qualifications
- Experience with circuit simulation tools such as LTspice.
- Experience with CAD tools and printed circuit board (PCB) design.