Cogninn is a digital consulting company with expertise on AI and virtualization systems for telecom including future Internet application. Major activities are related to building intelligent (cognitive) systems for several industries using advanced signal and information processing technologies.

The suitable candidate will have to demonstrate the ability to develop 5G virtualized O-RAN (Radio Access Technologies) and MEC (Multi-access edge computing) technologies as well as the ability to realize innovative ideas as proof-of-concept implementations. The core focus of the new position is to contribute to the development of beyond 5G RAN protocols and MEC mechanisms by applying virtualization and open source technologies. The development of RAN and MEC technologies will be carried out according to the O-RAN Alliance and 3GPP/ETSI architectures. In addition to the technical work, the suitable candidate will contribute to collaborative team efforts on national and internal level through technology demonstrations, general project reporting and scientific publications.

• Contribution to the development of virtualized beyond-5G SDR technology solutions
• Contribution to the development of mobile edge computing server technology solutions
• Realization of core ideas as proof-of-concept demonstrator and integration into Cogninn’s 5G testbed platforms
• Analyze and investigate 3GPP and ETSI specifications
• Excellent analytical and team-working skills

• 1+ years of experience in mobile 5G RAN and MEC development (academic or industry)
• BSs (desirable MSc) degree in an Engineering or Computer Science discipline
• Solid 5G system RAN and MEC architecture knowledge
• Hands-on experience in the area of networking for the telecoms sector
• Understanding of cloud concepts and SDN+NFV is of advantage
• Expert in both C/C++ and Python in Linux environment on CPU/GPU platforms and/or expert in SDR FPGA Xilinx boards
• Technology dissemination experience through patent submission and journal/conference publications

Cogninn will provide a salary according to the experience in the above set of required skills and will guarantee a day-by-day growth of the “6G research engineer”.

To apply to this position, please send your full CV at info@cogninn.com.

Cogninn is looking for a “Operations Manager” in our office in Larissa (or Athens) to manage the business operations of several technology investment programs, which develop and deliver emerging technologies available into the market. Operations management aims to deal with the performance of various business management functions such as finance, marketing and accounting that play a critical role in the technology programs at Cogninn.

• Assemble and manage the investment projects that can best support tender submissions.
• Manage the end-to-end financial process, ensuring compliance and on time submissions of the project proposals.
• Developing, managing and optimizing business investment and marketing research plans.
• Describing and presenting socio-economic impacts of each technology portfolio.
• Drive continuous improvement through post proposal submission.
• Proofreading and overall quality review by helping prepare final submission.
• Μaintaining relationships with external investment managers and ensuring portfolios are implemented and monitored appropriately.
• Ensuring that relevant management information on projects and risk exposures is produced in a timely manner and disseminated to the involved stakeholders.
• Contributing to execution, business planning, reporting and random business requests and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective professional relationships at all levels throughout the technology ecosystem as well as stakeholder management.

• 1 year in an operations management support function with a preference to a technology company.
• Demonstrable experience in project management including business and marketing research plans preparation and management.
• Manage stakeholders within the proposal team, set expectations and responsibilities.
• Excellent soft skills communication, coordination, negotiation through best marketing approach.
• Very good ability to analyze, interpret and discover correlation between financial, business and accounting data.
• Exceptional standard of written and verbal English.

• BS degree (MS desirable) in business such as economics, finance, administration and management.
• 1+ year experience in a combination of financing management, investment plan and marketing research for technology projects.
• Excellent use of MS Office and Internet tools.
• Excellent use (written and verbal) of English language.
• Knowledge of accounting and tax practices for project implementation.

Cogninn will ensure the professional progress of the “Operations Manager” by giving the chance to develop advanced financial and operations management skills to make emerging technologies available into the market through advanced investment programs.

To apply to this position, please send your full CV at info@cogninn.com.