We are looking for a Hardware Team Manager to join our US Product Development team. Our team is responsible for developing next generation 5G network radios for our global customer base.
Responsibilities
As the leader of the Dallas DPD or PA Hardware team, this role encompasses comprehensive team management responsibilities, focusing on both personal and professional development. The position involves supporting, coaching, and growing team members while ensuring their wellbeing and career advancement. The leader must effectively translate company strategies into actionable team objectives while fostering a collaborative culture that prioritizes overall product success. Key responsibilities include empowering team members, leading by example through Nokia's values, and developing diverse expertise within the team to create world-class products. The role also requires continuous leadership development and managing laboratory workspaces and hardware ownership.
- Overall team performance, output and improvement
- Budget (CAPEX/OPEX) planning and execution within own team (within given boundaries)
- Effort estimations and resource planning
- Ownership of development items within own team (assign development items, feature owners, secure delivery of e2e integrated features in (virtual) feature teams)
- Ownership of maintenance items (Prontos and Defects) within own teams (assign maintenance items, load balance and prioritization, secure delivery and inheritance according to Fault Management Policy)
- Accountable for following up and meeting DoD
- Quality ownership in team
- Continuous across unit and team Quality and Transformation improvements
- Technical leadership and contributions to HW programs
- Technical leadership and contribution in PA and DPD areas
- Ensuring co-operation with other HW, SW, and integration/test teams
- Support for Supply Chain, NPI, and field teams as needed for program success
Note: No relocation or sponsorship offered for this role.
Qualifications
You have:
- BSEE or MS in Electrical Engineering with coursework in RF or Microwave technology
- Must have prior experience of RF hardware development
- Previous project/program management experience preferred.
- Knowledgeable of RF Circuit Design and Signal processing techniques
- Knowledgeable of Power Amplifier and DPD
- Theoretical and practical understanding of RF Engineering and general principles
- Proven record with previous involvement in successful product development programs
- Personal Attributes:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Well organized and able to plan and track progress.
- Insightful Problem Solver
It would be nice if you also had:
- General engineering knowledge of Analog, digital, power, and mechanical design
- Experience with manufacturing assembly process and quality standards.
- Experience with RF testing, including testing against 3GPP and FCC telecom standards.
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.
- Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
- Health and dental benefits
- Short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
- Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
- Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Assistance Plan
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
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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.
