As a Senior Technical Specialist, you will achieve and maintain a high level of proficiency in IP-based fixed access networks, including in-depth knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols. You will lead and perform comprehensive architecture and design analysis to meet complex customer requirements. Furthermore, you will gain deep insights into real-world customer deployments, proactively identifying challenges and opportunities, and driving the incorporation of feedback into the development of new features and product enhancements. Finally, you will collaborate closely with internal teams, across different Business Units (DUs), and with Product Management to jointly deliver high-quality, innovative products and solutions that meet market demands.
ResponsibilitiesNIFN2026
- Contribute to product architecture by quickly prototyping and validating design approaches to align with evolving product requirements.
- Design and develop solutions using advanced technologies such as Java/J2EE, Microservices, Kubernetes, and SDN.
- Collaborate closely with various teams to translate requirements into technical solutions and refine the development process.
- Contribute to test design, test bed setup, execution, and reporting, ensuring product quality through various software testing methodologies.
- Gain hands-on experience working in a cloud-based, CI/CD, and DevOps environment, optimizing the development lifecycle.
- Leverage experience with broadband solutions (DSL/PON) and networking protocols like SNMP and Netconf to build efficient and scalable systems.
You have:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or related field with 9 to 15 years of relevant experience in SW development.
- Proficient in C, C++ with Datacom/ Networking, Java with networking, NMS/EMS (for SW)
- Proficient in clean coding, debugging and problem solving
- Familiar with OO design is preferred.
- Familiar with multi-core, multi-process, multi-thread programming.
- Familiar with network protocol, L2/L3 packet forwarding is preferred.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Experience with various fixed access technologies such as GPON, XGS-PON, or Cable Access (DOCSIS).
- Familiarity with network automation and orchestration concepts and tools.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence technical direction and work effectively with cross-functional teams and product stakeholders.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related field
- 9 to 15 years of relevant experience in software development
- Proficient in C, C++, Java with networking
- Familiarity with OO design
- Familiarity with multi-core, multi-process, multi-thread programming
- Familiarity with network protocol, L2/L3 packet forwarding
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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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