In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise.
Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we have united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.
In Nokia, we are building the backbone of global connectivity. As a C++ Software Engineer, you will architect the future of Optical Networks technologies. We operate in a high-trust, international environment where clean code, decoupled architecture, and engineering excellence are our North Star.
You will be an integral part of a cross-functional team, owning the full lifecycle from conceptual design to deployment. We empower our engineers to be proactive problem-solvers: If you identify a bottleneck or a potential system improvement, you have the autonomy to lead that change.
We are committed to engineering efficiency. In this role, you will integrate AI-driven Development Life Cycle (DLC) tools into your daily workflow. By leveraging advanced AI coding assistants and LLM-based utilities, we automate boilerplate tasks, accelerate unit test generation, and enhance code analysis. We want our engineers focused on high-level architecture and complex logic while utilizing the latest tooling to streamline execution.
- Architect & Code: Build high-performance embedded applications for Intel and ARM architectures using Modern C++.
- Modernize: Utilize STL, Boost, and asynchronous programming to solve complex concurrency challenges.
- Quality First: Lead the charge on robustness by writing comprehensive unit, E2E, and stress tests.
- Collaborate: Engage in high-signal code reviews and contribute to team-wide design decisions in a global, distributed environment.
- Professional Background: Master’s / Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, and 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- C++ Craftsmanship: Deep knowledge of OO concepts, inter-process communication, multi-threading, and data structures.
- Growth Mindset: A passion for exploring modern C++ standards and staying ahead of industry trends.
- Tooling Mastery: Familiarity with Git, Python, and GTest.
- Domain Expertise: Knowledge of DWDM, OTN, and embedded systems is highly valued. Specifically, experience or familiarity with optical components such as ROADM, WSS, DGE, and ILA is a significant advantage.
- Collaborative Excellence: Strong English communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across different cultures and time zones.
- Professional experience in telecommunications (L0-L3 transport technologies).
- Fluency in German or willingness to learn.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Professional experience in telecommunications (L0-L3 transport technologies).
- Fluency in German or willingness to learn.
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
Our recruitment process
We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.
If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.
Skills Required
- Master's / Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of relevant work experience
- Deep knowledge of object-oriented concepts, inter-process communication, multi-threading, and data structures
- Familiarity with Git
- Familiarity with Python
- Familiarity with GTest
- Knowledge of DWDM, OTN, and embedded systems
Nokia Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nokia and has not been reviewed or approved by Nokia.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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What We Do
At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a trusted partner for critical networks, we are committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. We create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs. Adhering to the highest standards of integrity and security, we help build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable and inclusive world.
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