Ericsson Expands ASIC R&D Operations in Bengaluru to Strengthen Semiconductor Capabilities

Ericsson has announced that it is expanding its Research and Development (R&D) operations in Bengaluru, India, to enhance its capabilities in Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) development. “This strategic move underscores Ericsson’s commitment to enable India to be at the forefront of future communication technology,” the company announced on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

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The Swedish telecom company plans to hire over 150 engineers in the initial phase of this expansion. “The R&D expansion in India will serve to enhance Ericsson’s industry-leading portfolio, shaping the future with high-performing programmable networks,” Ericsson said.

“Expanding our ASIC R&D in India will enable us to leverage the local technology competence in the country towards enhancing our capabilities in semiconductor design,” said Nitin Bansal, Managing Director, Ericsson India. “This unit will also contribute towards strengthening the semiconductor ecosystem in the country. Ericsson expects to initially grow its R&D team in India by more than 150 positions.”

Anna Dicander, Vice President of Radio & Transport Engineering at Ericsson Business Area Networks, highlighted the significance of the Bengaluru expansion. “We are keen to strengthen our R&D team in Bengaluru, a city celebrated for its dynamic technology ecosystem and skilled professionals. By increasing our focus on ASIC development, we are reinforcing our technological prowess. Our investments in the Ericsson Silicon platform, in particular, will accelerate the launch of new products and innovative features to the market.”