System Engineer

Job Description
Systems Engineer in Optical Networks, will be responsible for defining system requirements, analyzing customer needs, and contributing to the architecture of Nokia products. Collaborate with architects, developers, and validation teams to ensure seamless implementation of system features. Troubleshoot technical issues, refine product documentation, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Support product maintenance, customer interactions, and drive improvements in system engineering processes.

This role will work on cutting-edge optical networking technologies. Will engage in feasibility studies, contribute to system design, and provide technical expertise in defining and maintaining system requirements. Work closely with cross-functional teams.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Define and maintain system requirements, external interface specifications, and business/operational needs.
• Conduct feasibility studies to assess the technical and business impact of new features.
• Work closely with architects, developers, and validation teams to ensure accurate implementation of requirements.
• Provide timely clarification and responses to development teams regarding feature definitions.
• Collaborate with product management and industry experts to develop appropriate technical solutions.
• Act as a technical expert in product maintenance and customer interactions.
• Support the customer documentation team by providing clear and concise technical details.
• Continuously improve system engineering processes and tools to enhance efficiency and innovation.

Key Skills And Experience
You have:

• BE/BTech in Engineering, specializing in telecommunications, networking, or related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in optical networking, focusing on GMPLS, OTN, DWDM, and Ethernet technologies.
• Strong understanding of L2 switching and legacy transmission technologies, including SDH/Sonet, for seamless integration.
• Expertise in network management interfaces such as SNMP, Netconf/Restconf/Yang, CLI, and TL1, with the ability to enhance and adapt existing models.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Hands-on experience with alarm management and performance monitoring processes aligned with ITU-T standards.
• Deep understanding of security best practices across the development lifecycle, from requirement definition to verification.
• Experience using version control tools like Git/Gerrit.
• Strong communication, analytical, and collaboration skills to work effectively in multi-site and multi-cultural teams.

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.