Sr SW Development Engr
Nokia · Posted Oct 15
Mobile and fixed network infrastructure, IP routing, cloud, and telecommunications technology services
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About the role
Nokia India's optical division develops the GX platform, with NILightpath as a key component, delivering networking and telecom systems that combine software and hardware engineering. The role focuses on feature development, L2/L3 protocol work, IP networking, and Linux kernel and driver-layer expertise. This engineer will plan technical requirements, manage SW/HW build releases, design and test customer-tailored solutions, and contribute to product roadmaps.
What you will do
- Develop and debug complex features using expertise in C/C++, L2/L3 protocols, and debugging tools.
- Plan technical requirements, manage SW/HW build releases, and support product updates, gaining experience in release management.
- Assist in designing, developing, and testing hardware/software solutions tailored to customer needs, broadening skills in system design.
- Deepen understanding of kernel internals, general networking, and socket programming, with a focus on IPV4/IPV6 and L2/L3 routing.
- Collaborate with vendors to integrate SoC architecture, learning to troubleshoot and enhance third-party solutions.
- Gain exposure to Optical technologies, expanding skillset and adding value to knowledge of networking and telecom systems.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation of features and functionalities to ensure high-quality product releases.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for customers and internal teams, ensuring a smooth user experience.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- BE/BTech or ME/MTech with 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Expertise in kernel internals, general networking, and socket programming.
- Previous work experience in IP networking or linux driver layer is essential.
- Thorough knowledge of networking concepts in L2/L3 protocols, VLAN/OSPP/GRE/RSTP/TCP/IP.
- Strong C/C++ programming skills, system understanding, and debugging abilities are required.
- Good oral and written communication skills, self-motivation, and the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Experience in chassis-based router/switches is a plus.
- Understanding of different SoC architectures (32-bit, 64-bit) and toolchains is advantageous.
- Familiarity with Docker, JIRA, bit-bucket, and confluence is beneficial.
- Knowledge of yang/Netconf/restconf is an added advantage.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Nokia
Nokia Corporation is a multinational telecommunications, information technology, and network equipment provider that delivers critical infrastructure solutions across mobile, fixed, and cloud networks. Known for its historical roots and ongoing global presence in connectivity, the company enables advanced network automation, AI-optimized data center infrastructure, and 5G/6G technology for communications service providers and enterprises worldwide.
- Industry
- Telecommunications
- Company size
- 78005 employees
- Founded
- 1865-05-12
- Location
- Espoo, Finland
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology and AI Officer
President of Network Infrastructure
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