Technical Project Manager
Nokia · Posted Nov 2
Mobile and fixed network infrastructure, IP routing, cloud, and telecommunications technology services
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About the role
Nokia's NILightpath team builds Intelligent Transport Networks and Optical Transport solutions for ICPs and CSPs, with a focus on greater speed, capacity and scalability. The role leads product development programs across multi-site, multi-product, multi-release environments, working with Systems Engineering (ASIC, Hardware, Software, Test/QA), PLM, Architecture and Technical Support teams. The Technical Program Manager defines and executes NPI programs, drives change control boards and continuous improvement, and manages budgets, schedules and executive communication.
What you will do
- Imagine being part of a team that is fundamentally changing the way people communicate. Utilizing our differentiated technology, we have created Intelligent Transport Networks with more speed, capacity and scalability than ever before. Imagine a world with unlimited bandwidth. The network of tomorrow will allow for content and creativity limited only by its users' imaginations. If this is something that interests you and you want to be part of what the network will be, come take a look at a team where an idea today can be set in motion tomorrow!
- Nokia is looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead product development programs in a fast-paced complex multi-site, multi-product, multi-release environment. Tangible results would be measured through improved cross-functional synergy to deliver innovative products by working with Systems Engineering (ASIC, Hardware, Software, Test/QA), PLM, Architecture & Technical Support Teams.
- Program Management: Define, plan and execute NPI product development programs across Nokia sites to deliver Optical Transport solutions for ICPs & CSPs
- Work with PLM, Hardware, Software, Test, Architecture, MFG & Technical Support to ensure up-stream (marketing/architecture requirements) and down-stream (customers & manufacturing) deliverables are driven, communicated and consensus built with cross functional teams
- Manage and communicate plan of record to product teams and executives. Escalate & resolve issues effectively
- Drive change control board (CCBs), Metrics & continuous improvements across R&D organization
- Establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans and performance requirements while meeting high quality standards with minimal surprises
- When challenges arise, show leadership in pulling cross-functional teams together to address critical issues and propose trade offs
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bachelor degree in engineering (EC/CS/EE)
- 8-12 years of hands-on hardware/software development experience with demonstrable success in designing and shipping telecom products; especially with optical networking background
- 5+ years of technical program management experience with solid understanding of building Systems HW/SW using agile development
- Strong engineering background with a passion for delivering high-performance, scalable software
- Passion for lightweight, effective processes and methodologies to improve productivity & efficiency of engineering teams; must be able to quickly learn and apply process/skills to make an immediate impact
- An independent worker and self-starter who acts on issues with little guidance and understands implied tasks is a must
- Excellent communication and cross-boundary collaboration skills. Must be articulate enough to convey technical ideas to non-technical people
- Has the ability to multi-task within a single or across multiple programs simultaneously
- Well versed in DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, Power BI, AI & Data Analysis Tools
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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