Senior 6G Research Engineer - Software Networks

The Software Networks team is currently looking a Senior 6G Research Engineer with proven experience in topics like 5G, 6G, SDN/NFV, Cloud/Edge to join our team. The Software Networks team is dedicated to the research, development and innovation on Software Defined Networks (SDN), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), and Cloud/Edge technologies, in order to add value and to offer new tools and technologies to promote the adoption of new business models and the development of ICT sector. The group holds expertise in development of 5G platforms focused on Network Slice Management and Network Service Orchestration (Cloud to Edge) for enabling dynamic and rapid service provisioning over cross-domain multi-tenant SDN/NFV based ICT infrastructures.

Among other activities, the i2CAT’s 6G program will encompass a number of R&D projects focused on a variety of digital technologies and research fields such as disruptive wireless communications, intelligent open networks, space communications, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence to enable unprecedented digital experiences in the fields of Industry 4.0, e-Health, or connected and automated mobility (CAM), among others, making use of innovative concepts such as digital twinning or the exploitation of immersive technologies to realize a seamless integration of the digital and physical worlds. These projects are partially funded by the Recovery and Resilience Funds (RRF) through the program UNICO-5G of the Ministerio de Asuntos Económicos y Transformación Digital.

Specifically, one of the projects conducted in this 6G program is the 6GENABLERS - 6G Networks Enabled through Technology Driven Solutions. This project will focus on the design and initial prototyping of 6G network management systems based on the key and disruptive technologies AI, DLT and Cybersecurity.

6GENABLERS will focus on:

1. Zero-touch network management ultra automation and resource optimisation based on AI/ML as an intrinsic part of the 6G systems.
2. Smart 6G marketplace among mobile operators and resource/service providers based on DLTs.
3. Definition and design of trust & security modelling, policies and mechanisms for 6G networks. The successful candidate will lead/contribute tasks related to ultra automation based in AI/ML and Smart 6G marketplace for 6G networks.

Reporting to the area director, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Stay up to date with the cutting edge technologies.
• Lead and coordinate the technical work from i2CAT in the project
• Define technological requirements of the projects to be developed.
• Act as the project technical manager coordinating the technical inputs of other partners
• Participate in technological developments related with the project and with other developments carried out by the department.
• Build proofs of concept (prototypes) based on disruptive ideas and technologies
• Participate in the drafting of technical documentation associated with the projects.
• Generate patent ideas and results and that lead to scientific publications.
• Lead preparation of Horizon Europe proposals related to SN topics
• Coordinate the work of interns and junior team members

Want to know more about Software Networks? https://i2cat.net/research-topics/software-networks/

Who we are:

The i2CAT Foundation is a non-profit research and innovation center that promotes mission-driven R&D activities on advanced Internet architectures, applications, and services. More than 15 years of international research define our expertise in the fields of 5G, IoT, VR, and Immersive Technologies, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, AI, and Digital Social Innovation. The center partners with companies, public administration, academia, and end-users to leverage this knowledge in order to meet real social and business challenges.

The greatest value of i2CAT is the talent of the people who make up our human team. We enjoy a team of people from more than 13 different nationalities and work every day to create and foster a work environment where we all feel comfortable creating, innovating and growing.

Want to know more? Visit our webpage! www.i2cat.net

What will you enjoy?

• Work from our offices or from home, whichever works best for you. We ask for two days in person at the office to coordinate with the rest of the team.
• This is a full-time vacancy
• We have a flexible work schedule respecting your work-life balance
• Reduced working hours on Fridays and in July and August
• Fix + variable salary
• Optional benefits: Travel pass, restaurant vouchers, nursery services support, medical insurance
• Annual leave of 27 working days
• We have fruit in the office to promote a healthy lifestyle
• If you are interested, you can participate in events of your sector.
• You will work with a laptop. You can choose your operative system, Mac, Linux or Windows.
• Company social and team-building events (virtual & in-person)
• You can develop your own and personal training programme with our support
• We will work so that you have a career plan to promote your growth and development.

Where will you do it?

At i2CAT we already have an established ‘work-from-home’ policy for some time. You can work from home or from the office, whichever suits you best. We expect that you attend the office two days per week: one to stay connected with your team and another one to engage with other colleagues

If you decide to come to the office, we are located in Zona Universitària, next to the Campus Nord of the UPC, within a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment. It is a very well-connected area (metro, tram, bus) with bars and restaurants around.

Our offices are designed with an open-office concept where everything is light and transparency. We have a variety of workspaces so that you don't have to be at the same table all day.

i2CAT is an organization committed to equal opportunities. That is why we seek to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented, and therefore explicitly encourage female candidates to apply.

I2CAT is an organization committed to creating an environment where we celebrate diversity, and where we provide the dedicated support that our employees need, regardless of their disability.

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