As a Principal SW Developer, you will play a crucial role in the feature development and evolution of the GX platform, which is a key part of Nokia's optical division. Your expertise in software development, kernel internals, and optical technologies will be leveraged to enhance product performance and integrate various optical solutions. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in release management, system design, and collaboration with vendors, while also contributing to the overall success of the optical networking division.
Responsibilities- Develop and debug complex features using C/C++, Kernel, and debugging tools.
- Plan technical requirements and manage SW/HW build releases, ensuring timely product updates.
- Assist in designing and developing hardware/software solutions tailored to customer needs.
- Gain a deep understanding of kernel internals, general networking, and ARM architecture.
- Collaborate with vendors to integrate SoC architecture and enhance third-party solutions.
- Support the integration of various optical technologies, expanding your skillset.
- Work on MAC/PHY integration, DMA, NAPI, and interrupt handling for efficient system performance.
- Utilize Linux I/O subsystems, including PCIe, USB, I2C, SPI, UART, and GPIO, for seamless connectivity.
- Apply virtualization technologies like Xen, KVM, and QEMU to enhance system capabilities.
- Utilize strong C programming skills and kernel debugging techniques for efficient development.
- BE/BTech or ME/MTech with 12-15 years of relevant experience in software engineering.
- Demonstrated expertise in Linux kernel and device driver development.
- Strong background in BSP, board bring-up, and uboot, ensuring efficient system setup.
- Experience with MAC/PHY integration, DMA, NAPI, and interrupt handling for efficient system performance.
- Hands-on experience with Linux I/O subsystems, including PCIe, USB, I2C, SPI, UART, and GPIO.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as Xen, KVM, and QEMU.
- Strong proficiency in C programming and kernel debugging, profiling, and performance analysis.
- Knowledge of Debian-based BSPs for embedded Linux platforms, ensuring compatibility.
- Understanding of memory management, cache coherency, zero-copy, and shared memory mechanisms, and file systems.
- Excellent communication, ownership, problem-solving, and cross-team collaboration skills.
Some of our benefits in India:
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
- Health and well-being support – medical insurance for you and your family, health check-ups, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, and employee resource groups
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
- Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
- Career growth & mobility – technical career paths, job rotations, international assignments, and relocation support
- Continuous learning – technical certifications, mentoring programs, coaching, and digital learning platforms
- Opportunities to innovate and contribute through Nokia’s research and development environment
- Recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
- Workplace support – ergonomic working support and mobile device programs based on eligibility
Skills Required
- BE/BTech or ME/MTech with 12-15 years of relevant software engineering experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in Linux kernel and device driver development.
- Strong background in BSP, board bring-up, and uboot.
- Experience with MAC/PHY integration, DMA, NAPI, and interrupt handling.
- Hands-on experience with Linux I/O subsystems: PCIe, USB, I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies: Xen, KVM, QEMU.
- Strong proficiency in C programming and kernel debugging, profiling, and performance analysis.
- Knowledge of Debian-based BSPs for embedded Linux platforms.
- Understanding of memory management, cache coherency, zero-copy, shared memory mechanisms, and file systems.
- Excellent communication, ownership, problem-solving, and cross-team collaboration skills.
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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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