- Lead and define Nokia's rack-level integration roadmap for AI & Cloud, focusing on scale-up and scale-out architectures.
- Create business plans, product requirements, and competitive positioning materials for executive-level reviews.
- Translate customer and partner needs into product specifications, covering hardware, software, optics, and more.
- Develop and manage relationships with ecosystem partners, including rack vendors, server providers, and integrators.
- Engage with account teams and customers on RFIs, RFPs, and design reviews, representing Nokia's interests.
- Own a portfolio management process, tracking revenue, product readiness, margins, and customer engagement.
- Stay updated on liquid-cooled rack technologies and their implications for product development and validation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, and services, to ensure a cohesive approach.
- Participate in QBRs, providing business insights and recommendations to drive Nokia's AI & Cloud strategy.
- Deep expertise in data center networking, AI infrastructure, or high-performance computing is essential.
- Strong technical knowledge of Ethernet switching, AI fabrics, optics, and data center operations is a must.
- Ability to understand and translate liquid-cooled rack requirements into practical product specifications.
- Proven experience in business ownership, including P&L management, business planning, and investment recommendations.
- Excellent customer and partner engagement skills, with the ability to represent Nokia in high-level discussions.
- Strong leadership skills to collaborate effectively with diverse internal stakeholders.
- Experience in creating and managing ecosystem partnerships, especially in the AI and data center space.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to model margins, assess risks, and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts.
- A proactive and innovative approach to product development and market positioning.
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.
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- 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
Skills Required
- Deep expertise in data center networking, AI infrastructure, or high-performance computing
- Strong technical knowledge of Ethernet switching, AI fabrics, optics, and data center operations
- Ability to translate liquid-cooled rack requirements into practical product specifications
- Experience with business ownership, including P&L management, business planning, and investment recommendations
- Excellent customer and partner engagement skills
- Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience creating and managing ecosystem partnerships in the AI and data center space
- Ability to model margins, assess risks, and make data-driven decisions
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proactive and innovative approach to product development and market positioning
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.
