Principal Engineer

Family Description

Applied R&D (AR) consists of target-oriented research either with the goal of solving a particular problem / answering a specific question or for multi-discipline design, development, and implementation of hardware, software, and systems including maintenance support. Supplies techno-economic consulting to clients. AR work is characterised by its detailed and complex nature in order to systematically combine existing knowledge and practices to further developing and incrementally improving products, operational processes, and customer-specific feature development.

Subfamily Description

Software (SWA) comprises the definition, specification, and allocation of requirements from different sources utilising knowledge of systems engineering processes (specification & architecture). Contains processing of use case and feature requirements into conceptual models, operational scenarios, technical requirements, and functional description. Covers specification, design, implementation, and unit testing of Software (e.g. device drivers, microcode, hardware-related software & firmware) according to the requirements and architecture defined in the systems engineering process. Covers establishment and maintenance of Software Configuration Management (SCM) practices into software development projects, continuously building and integrating infrastructure tools and systems.

 

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

As a Principal Engineer you will be designing and implementing complex telco-grade software applications. 

• Application Development - Designing, coding, and implementing software applications.
• Ensuring scalability, security, and performance of applications.
• Working with cross-functional teams, including Architects, product managers, and QA Testers.
• Leading software architecture and design discussions, contributing ideas and solutions
• Creating technical documentation for code, processes, and applications
• Troubleshooting and resolving performance bottlenecks in applications.
• Mentoring and supporting developers to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Reviewing & Optimizing applications code quality and performance
• Keeping up to date with emerging technologies, programming languages, and industry trends.

Qualification

Strong 4G/5G Telcom experience, strong Java development skills and previous experience working on cloud technology/micro services architecture is must.  The ideal candidate should be well versed in development of large product.

• 14+ years of experience as software architect role in Telecom, BSS and Cloud domain 
• Strong development skills; experience in Python, bash, perl and Java.
• Experience with Kubernetes, micro services architecture
• Strong Linux experience
• Solid ground knowledge of IP networking
• Familiarity with Git / GitHub
• Ability to learn quickly and to work in a fast paced, innovative environment
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills are essential
• Enjoy working in an international context

 Technical Skills Required:

• Qualification - bachelor's degree with 14+ years of experience
• Essential - Should have sound knowledge of java and different framework 
• Diameter/5G protocol detailed knowledge.
• Working knowledge with TCP/IP, TLS (preferably v1.2 and above).
• Java, Aerospike DB, Java 17 run time environment
• J2EE Application Server environment
• Good understanding of Cloud-native solutions. Understanding of Red hat OpenShift, AWS is a plus
• Working knowledge of GitHub/Gerrit (GIT), JIRA.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Impact

Impact is short-term through individual and team contributions. Scope is primarily within own subject area in a function/unit. Actions and errors impact on program, project or function. Provides measurable input into new products, processes, standards or operational plans in support of the organisation's business strategies, with some impact on business unit/ function overall results.

Scope & Contribution

Individual Contributor: Operates autonomously in own subject area. Can analyze, develop and implement concepts and solutions as a subject matter expert. Increased awareness of and involvement outside of own subject area. Distills big picture. Makes decisions about and prioritizes own work. Managerial/Supervisory: Clear managerial responsibilities for people. Typically first level of solid line management. Interprets policies. Ensures existing plans are put into operation. Executes and/or oversees processes to meet customer needs. Responsible for analysis, design & development of policies, plans, programs. 

Innovation

Carries out specialised activities/projects according to general direction. Influences others to support decisions. Works mostly independently. Analyze situations or data that requires review of relevant factors. Solutions can often be checked and proved. Demonstrates success in multiple roles and is adaptable to manage complex changing business environments.

Communication

Communicates with parties within and outside of own job function and teams, and typically has responsibilities for communicating with parties external to the organisation, which may include customers or vendors.Works to influence others to accept job function's view/practices and agree/accept new concepts, practices, and approaches.Has cross-cultural knowledge and global mindset Requires ability to communicate with executive leadership regarding matters of significant importance to the organisation. May conduct briefings with senior leaders within the job function. May at times be required to negotiate regarding operational issues.

Knowledge & Experience

Management Experience / Achieved well-advanced skills of a specific professional discipline combining deep knowledge of theory and organisational practice or expertise. Recognised expert in their field (depth & breadth). Typically requires 5-8 years extensive relevant experience and/or a graduate / postgraduate equivalent degree.

 

About Us

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's 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.
Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

Additional Information

US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

• 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

The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.(Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role)

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified. About the Team As Nokia's growth engine, we create value for communication service providers and enterprise customers by leading the transition to cloud-native software and as-a-service delivery models. Our inclusive team of dreamers, doers and disruptors push the limits from impossible to possible.  Job Info

• Job Category Applied R&D
• Posting Date 11/05/2024, 06:54 AM
• Locations Not in Nokia premises, US Virtual - TX, Texas, US Karaportti 4, Espoo, 02610, FI Atir Yeda, 16, Kfar Sava, 4464301, IL (Remote)
• Apply Before 05/01/2025, 07:54 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Role Type Individual contributor
• US/Canada Salary Range $122,055-$200,519 Plus eligible for incentives/variable pay.
• Job Identification 12638