5G ENGINEERING AND 3GPP STANDARDIZATION

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Job Summary: Technical reference for 5G and 3GPP, responsible for defining and evolving 5G products for defense and security, translating standards into real-world solutions. Key Highlights: 1. Lead the definition of key 5G components and their integration. 2. Collaborate on defining 5G SA architectures and private networks. 3. Conduct continuous technology monitoring on 3GPP and future technologies. **5G ENGINEERING AND 3GPP STANDARDIZATION** **Telefónica España** Do you want to join a technology industry leader? We know you're looking for a change… That’s why Telefónica España offers you the opportunity to join our team. .**WORK LOCATION****:** MADRID **WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?** Individuals highly motivated to give their all and make a difference—passionate about innovation and cutting-edge technologies. This opportunity will allow you to immerse yourself in the exciting technological universe and become part of the transformation: a more connected, more human world, filled with stories that change lives. **Please remember to attach your updated CV in PDF format.** **WE WANT PEOPLE LIKE YOU...** Who embrace challenges to… Serve as the technical reference for 5G technologies and 3GPP standardization, responsible for defining, specifying, and evolving 5G products targeting the defense and security sector. Play a key role in translating applicable 3GPP standards and regulations into products for the defense environment (current and future Releases), including architectures, technical requirements, and product designs—ensuring correct implementation in real-world solutions and alignment with operational, regulatory, and security requirements inherent to critical environments. Actively participate in defining 5G SA architectures, private networks, and tactical solutions, collaborating closely with engineering teams. **DAILY CHALLENGES YOU WILL FACE:** * In-depth analysis of 3GPP standards (RAN, Core, Security, Network Slicing, QoS, MEC, etc.) and their evolution, evaluating applicability to 5G products for defense and security. * Define end\-to\-end technical architecture for 5G solutions (5G Core, RAN, CPE, edge), considering performance, latency, availability, resilience, and security requirements. * Develop and maintain technical and functional requirements for 5G products, ensuring traceability from standards to implementation. * Lead the definition of key 5G components and their interaction and integration with internal and third-party solutions. * Define 5G security strategies, including authentication, identity management, encryption, network isolation, and threat protection. * Collaborate with software and hardware teams to ensure correct implementation of standards and architectural decisions. * Participate in certification, homologation, and regulatory compliance processes. * Conduct continuous technology monitoring on 3GPP evolution, 5G Advanced, and future technologies—as well as other certifications applicable to defense. * Support pre-sales and business units in the technical definition of proposals and tenders. **DO YOU IDENTIFY WITH THIS? NOW IS THE TIME TO TAKE THE LEAP!** **PREFERRED EDUCATION:** * Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent; a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in radio communications is valued. **ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS THAT COUNT:** * In-depth knowledge of 3GPP standards. * Mastery of 5G SA architecture, interfaces, and signaling. * Network Slicing, QoS, URLLC, and advanced use cases. * 5G private networks and edge computing. * Security in 5G networks. * Systems-level vision and architectural capability. * Technical leadership. * Technical communication. * Rigor and autonomy. * Advanced technical English. **DESIRED EXPERIENCE:** * Solid experience in 5G technologies and participation in designing or deploying 5G networks. Experience in defense, mission-critical systems, or private networks is valued. **KEY COMPETENCIES:** * Impact * Collaboration * Transformation * Growth **At Telefónica, we firmly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is a tremendous opportunity to connect talent, grow as a company, and as a society. There is a place at Telefónica for every type of talent—above all, we seek diverse talents. What is yours?** **WHY TELEFÓNICA?** If you join Telefónica, you join one of Spain’s **TOP TEN** technology companies to work for—and a team that reinvents itself daily to lead its sector. Because at Telefónica España, we firmly believe it is people like you who give meaning to technology—not the other way around. We aim to make our world more human by connecting people’s lives—and therefore aspire to digitally transform all of society, leaving no one behind. Moreover, we are one of the best employers: * **Engaging in innovative and challenging projects.** * Driving your **professional development**, through **continuous training** tailored to your needs and motivations. * Championing work-life balance. At Telefónica España, **we promote flexibility**, positioning ourselves as a benchmark **in new ways of working**, schedules, working hours, and conciliation measures—you’ll enjoy a **hybrid work model.** * Offering an indefinite contract and a highly attractive compensation package. * **Life insurance, pension plan, and private health insurance.** * Inviting you to participate in our **volunteer program.** **It is essential that you familiarize yourself with our company’s Responsible Business Principles. We seek reliable professionals with integrity, committed to ethical and transparent management, promoting fairer and more sustainable social and environmental development.**