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Principal Technical Specialist
India(Hybrid)
We are looking for a Principal Technical Specialist – R&D to lead architecture and innovation in fiber-based fixed access networks products/solutions. This role will drive end-to-end design of OLT software solutions, influencing product strategy, technology direction, and large-scale deployments through deep expertise and technical leadership.
Your responsibilities
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- Own and drive architecture & development of OLT software platforms, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability.
- Work on Fiber Transport technologies with focus on GPON/XGPON systems.
- Design, develop and implement Layer 2 networking solutions (forwarding, multicast, QoS).
- Collaborate with Product Management to translate customer feedback into product features.
- Drive end-to-end troubleshooting and resolution of complex telecom software issues.
- Provide technical leadership across teams, guiding design decisions and solving complex system-level challenges.
- Contribute to an agile and fast-paced development environment, fostering innovation.
Your skills and experience
You Have
- Graduate or Postgraduate Degree in Engineering
- 15+ years experience as lead SW developer/Tester in Telecom Access or Core network products
- Strong knowledge/domain experience in Datacom, L2 forwarding, QoS, VLAN, L2 Protocols and etc.
- Good programming expertise – C, C++ , Python, Go and etc,.
- Good Test Automation Expertise – Robo, Python and etc,.
- Very good knowledge on network processors, packet processing, traffic engineering and etc,.
- Very good knowledge on network element management, data models, etc,.
- Demonstrated experience in technical leadership / team mentoring.
- Proven track record in technical architecture, complex problem-solving, and large-scale solution delivery.
It would be nice if you also had
- Experience in network software testing lifecycle and automation.
- Good knowledge & understanding on GPON Transport is added advantage (but not a must)
More information
Some of our benefits:
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
- Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
Learn about additional benefits in specific countries.
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If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
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Job Info
- Job CategoryApplied R&D
- Posting Date06/01/2026
- Degree LevelBachelor’s degree
- Job ScheduleFull time
- Job TypeExperienced
- Job Identification36678
- Will NSA/CAPS approval be required? (E.g., accessing a US Customer Network?)No
- Role TypeIndividual contributor
- Laptop - support with ordering neededYes
- Experience levelExperienced
- LocationsNo 141, TVH Agnitio Park, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600096, IN(Hybrid)
- Regular or TemporaryRegular
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