This position is at Telefónica

The selection process will be entirely managed by Telefónica.

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Connect the present. Transform the future. Have you ever wondered what makes it possible for millions of people to stay connected simultaneously, anywhere in the world, without interruption? At Telefónica, we make it possible. We are a general telecommunications and technology company that connects people, businesses and communities through next-generation networks and advanced digital solutions such as cloud, artificial intelligence, IoT and cybersecurity. With over a century of innovation, we are shaping the future of connectivity and digital transformation. We are looking for a RAN Technology Expert to join our Next-Gen Radio & Mobile Devices team within Telefónica's Global CTIO organization . This is a unique opportunity to help define Telefónica's technology strategy and drive the evolution of mobile networks, with a particular focus on 5G Advanced, 6G, AI-native networks, AI-RAN, mobile devices and emerging wireless technologies .

What will your mission be? ?

As a RAN Technology Expert, you will act as a key technology reference for the future evolution of Telefónica's mobile networks. You will evaluate emerging technologies, define strategic positioning, assess business opportunities and support major transformation initiatives across the Group. Working closely with operating businesses, technology partners, vendors and industry stakeholders, you will help shape the future of connectivity while translating technical innovation into strategic business value.

What capabilities are we looking for? ?





Required Skills

- Mobile Network Architecture
- Radio Access Networks (RAN)
- 5G & 5G Advanced Technologies
- 6G Evolution & Future Wireless Networks
- AI-Native Networks & AI-RAN
- Cloud-Native Telecommunications Architectures
- Technology Strategy & Innovation Management
- Technical Assessment, PoCs & Vendor Evaluation
- Stakeholder Management & Cross-functional Collaboration
- Executive Communication & Strategic Recommendations

Preferred Skills

- Open RAN Ecosystems
- Distributed Computing & Edge Technologies
- AI/ML Applications in Telecommunications
- Mobile Devices, Chipsets & Operating Systems
- Technology Roadmapping
- Industry & Market Analysis
- International Project Management
- Research & Emerging Technology Evaluation

Languages

- English: Fluent (mandatory)
- Spanish: Valuable

How will you contribute to the purpose of the role? ?

You will:

- Evaluate emerging radio technologies and define Telefónica's positioning on 5G Advanced, 6G and future network architectures.
- Analyze AI-native RAN, AI-RAN and distributed computing trends, assessing their technical, operational and business impact.
- Monitor industry developments across operators,



vendors and the broader technology ecosystem.
- Lead technical assessments, RFIs, PoCs and technology evaluations with partners and suppliers.
- Assess the impact of new technologies on network performance, architecture, security, costs and operational models.
- Support operating businesses in technology roadmap definition and strategic decision-making.
- Prepare executive-level analyses, technology assessments and recommendations.
- Coordinate initiatives and align stakeholders across Telefónica's global organization.
- Identify opportunities enabled by advanced network capabilities, automation and AI-driven technologies.
- Analyze mobile device evolution, chipset capabilities and the interaction between devices and network technologies.

What other aspects are desirable?

- Master's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering.
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in mobile networks, RAN evolution or advanced wireless technologies.
- Proven expertise in 5G, 5G Advanced, 6G evolution and mobile network architectures.
- Experience working with operators, vendors, technology partners or research organizations.
- Knowledge of cloud-native architectures, automation and AI applications in telecommunications.
- Experience managing complex multi-stakeholder initiatives in international environments.
- Strong analytical capability to transform technology trends into actionable business recommendations.
- Experience preparing executive-level reports, presentations and strategic technology assessments.

📌 RAN Technology Expert (Madrid)
🏢 Telefonica
📍 Madrid