We are seeking a talented and experienced System Design Engineer to join our dynamic team at Nokia. In this role, you will play a crucial part in analyzing carrier networking environments and creating optimized solutions. You will collaborate closely with multiple departments, including Marketing, PLM, Sales, Optical, and Software Engineering, to ensure seamless network design and implementation. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting RFP/RFQ responses and providing field support for network planning and deployment activities.
Responsibilities- Support RFP/RFQ Network Design responses and network optimization, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert, providing guidance and expertise to the field team for network planning and deployment.
- Research and develop technical specifications, evaluating vendor and internal options to determine the best products and facilities.
- Utilize network transition strategies to design optimal architecture for new products and platforms.
- Create tools and resources to empower sales engineers in designing and optimizing network responses.
- Conduct economic analysis of various networking models and emerging technologies, assessing their impact on business cases.
- Analyze network designs and economic implications of roadmap features, contributing to strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, PLM, Sales, and Engineering, to align on network solutions.
- Stay updated on industry trends and standards, ensuring our solutions remain cutting-edge and competitive.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics is required; a PhD degree is preferred.
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience, with a strong preference for 3+ years of experience in 3rd party network design or optimization tools.
- Working knowledge of carrier-class networking architecture, including WDM, IP/MPLS/GMPLS/Ethernet technologies.
- Functional experience in sales engineering or product management is essential.
- Proficiency in writing scripts using Excel, Matlab, Python, or similar tools.
- Experience with commercial planning tools such as OPNET, VPISystems, RSoft, Wandl, or Cariden is highly desirable.
- Strong technical skills in Optical Link Budget Engineering, Non-Linear simulation, and Layer 1 networking.
- Prior experience in Provisioning, Installation, and Testing of DWDM systems is an advantage.
- Excellent scripting, Excel, and SQL skills, along with familiarity with Relational Databases and programming languages like Perl, C++, Java, or Visual Basic.
- Ability to work independently, collaborate with remote teams, and demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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
- Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics
- PhD degree
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience
- 3+ years experience with 3rd party network design or optimization tools
- Working knowledge of WDM, IP/MPLS, GMPLS, and Ethernet technologies
- Functional experience in sales engineering or product management
- Proficiency in scripting using Excel, Matlab, Python, or similar tools
- Experience with commercial planning tools (OPNET, VPISystems, RSoft, Wandl, Cariden)
- Technical skills in Optical Link Budget Engineering, Non-Linear simulation, and Layer 1 networking
- Experience in Provisioning, Installation, and Testing of DWDM systems
- Excellent scripting, Excel, and SQL skills and familiarity with relational databases; knowledge of Perl, C++, Java, or Visual Basic
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with remote teams; strong problem-solving and analytical skills
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.
