Principal Software Architect ( Cloud )

We are seeking a talented and experienced Principal Cloud Software Architect to join our growing team. You will play a key role in defining the architecture of our solutions and supporting our teams to deliver cutting edge solutions based on your designs.

Our “Network Management” team is delivering cutting-edge products that help telecom operators manage their networks and ensure a connected world. Our products are evolving towards a cloud-native delivery while also building automations to manage Nokia’s leading Cloud RAN and Open RAN solutions for the telecom networks. You will have a key role in shaping the future of our product by ensuring that architectural proposals meet challenging requirements of rapidly growing telecom networks and keep us competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Join a team that adds a new piece to the World's telecom breakthroughs every day.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

As part of our team, you will:

• Lead the design, architecture and implementation of Network Management components on cloud platforms to meet the security, performance, scalability, and reliability requirements.
• Lead technically & support cross-functional teams to deliver solutions in a microservices architecture.
• Supporting integration of the Cloud RAN solution into the existing network infrastructure by defining Service Management and Orchestration framework.
• Providing technical expertise and guidance to our development teams during implementation of your solutions.
• Creating and maintaining software architecture documentation.
• Identifying opportunities for innovation and optimization in product architecture evolution.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

You should have: 

• Proven experience (7+ years) in design, architecture, and implementation of cloud-based solutions.
• Hands-on proficiency in managing Kubernetes containerized infrastructure and applications.
• Hands-on experience with Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform.
• Basic expertise with DevOps development with exposure to DevOps tooling, CI/CD pipeline and automation.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., OpenStack, VMware).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with various stakeholders.
• Strong software development background (object-oriented programming) with outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proactive and self-driven, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of initiatives.

 It would be nice if you also had: 

• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms like Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google GCP etc.
• Basic knowledge of telecom network architecture and protocols.
• Understanding of Zero-touch provisioning and Zero-touch network and Service Management concepts.

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.