Telefónica is one of the world's largest telecommunications providers, operating a vast network across Europe and Latin America. Headquartered in Madrid, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services including mobile and fixed connectivity, digital television, and advanced technology solutions such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, and IoT through its major brands like Movistar and O2.

As a Spanish multinational and a cornerstone of the IBEX 35, Telefónica is a primary destination for international professionals in Spain. The company maintains a massive corporate ecosystem that fosters innovation through its Telefónica Tech and Telefónica Global Technology divisions, offering a multicultural environment with significant opportunities for career progression in engineering, data science, and digital transformation.

Founded in 1924 as Compañía Telefónica Nacional de España (CTNE), it was originally a state-owned monopoly before being fully privatized in the 1990s. Since then, it has expanded aggressively into international markets, particularly in Latin America and Europe.

For international professionals

Telefónica is one of Spain's largest employers, providing high job stability and a structured corporate career path.
The company's global headquarters, 'Distrito Telefónica' in Madrid, is a massive campus featuring its own health centers, sports facilities, and diverse dining options.
They offer specialized 'Talentum' programs and internships that are highly accessible to international graduates and young professionals.
While Spanish is the primary language for local operations, English is frequently used within their global technology, cybersecurity, and strategy departments.
The company has a strong presence in multiple Spanish regions beyond Madrid, including major tech hubs in Barcelona and Logroño.

This job was published 8 months ago

TIS_5G Engineer Madrid

Telefónica

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

We are looking for a Telecommunications Engineer (Communication Systems) with a technical-lead profile to participate in the implementation of tactical communication systems within the framework of European defense projects.

The selected person will be responsible for technically leading the design, integration, configuration, and commissioning of private 5G/4G networks, both terrestrial and non-terrestrial, ensuring correct coordination with European suppliers and partners and guaranteeing the quality and reliability of the deployed solutions.

Main functions:

Configuration and management of private 5G/4G networks, both at the Core and Radio Access levels.
Collaboration with European partners in consortia to define and align technical solutions.
Coordination with the Telefónica team to contribute to defining the technical product roadmap.
Coordination with suppliers for the integration of servers, radios, antennas, drones, and other equipment.
Preparation of technical documentation (diagrams, configurations, reports).
Verification of physical installations and commissioning of the systems.
Execution and supervision of functional and performance tests.
Technical field support during tests, demos, and European meetings.

Requirements:

Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, specializing in Communication Systems.
Experience: minimum 5 years in 5G/4G networks and cellular radios, preferably in defense environments.
Knowledge of Core and RAN management, as well as non-terrestrial system integration (drones).
Ability to produce clear and precise technical documentation.
Availability to travel within Spain/Europe for technical meetings, tests, and coordination with partners.
Fluent English (minimum B2); native Spanish.

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Buscamos un/a Ingeniero/a de Telecomunicaciones (Sistemas de Comunicaciones) con perfil técnico-líder para participar en la implementación de sistemas de comunicaciones tácticas en el marco de proyectos europeos de defensa.

La persona seleccionada será responsable de liderar técnicamente el diseño, integración, configuración y puesta en marcha de redes 5G/4G privadas, tanto terrestres como no terrestres, asegurando la correcta coordinación con proveedores y socios europeos y garantizando la calidad y fiabilidad de las soluciones desplegadas.

Funciones principales:

Configuración y gestión de redes 5G/4G privadas, tanto a nivel de Core como de Acceso Radio.
Colaboración con socios europeos en consorcios para definir y alinear soluciones técnicas.
Coordinación con el equipo de Telefónica para contribuir a definir el roadmap técnico de producto.
Coordinación con proveedores para la integración de servidores, radios, antenas, drones y otros equipos.
Elaboración de documentación técnica (diagramas, configuraciones, informes).
Comprobación de instalaciones físicas y puesta en servicio de los sistemas.
Ejecución y supervisión de pruebas funcionales y de rendimiento.
Soporte técnico en campo durante pruebas, demos y reuniones europeas.

Requisitos:

Titulación en Ingeniería de Telecomunicaciones, especialidad en Sistemas de Comunicaciones.
Experiencia: mínimo 5 años en redes 5G/4G y radios celulares, preferentemente en entornos de defensa.
Conocimientos en gestión de Core y RAN, así como en integración de sistemas no terrestres (drones).
Capacidad para elaborar documentación técnica clara y precisa.
Disponibilidad para realizar viajes en España/Europa para reuniones técnicas, pruebas y coordinación con socios y partners .
Inglés fluido (mínimo B2); español nativo.

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