Standardization Specialist, Optical Network Management

Nokia; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Standardization Specialist/Engineer focused on the management of Coherent Optics to shape the future of optical networking standards. This role involves drafting technical specifications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and representing the company in industry forums. Candidates should have 7+ years of optical networking experience and a strong background in telecommunications standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in optical networking, data center networking or telecommunications.
• Knowledge of Ethernet, VLAN bridging, IP, L3 routing, and network security models.
• Hands-on experience managing network elements on an IP network.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine specifications for advanced optical pluggable transceivers.
• Draft, edit, and manage technical contributions for standards bodies.
• Collaborate with internal experts to align with corporate goals.

Skills

Optical networking

Technical writing

Collaborative document tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running.The Network Infrastructuregroup is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise

Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.

Infinera is now part of the Nokia Corporation and its subsidiaries. When you apply, the information you share will be handled with care and used only for recruitment purposes within the group.

As a Standardization Specialist/Engineer focused on the management of Coherent Optics at Nokia, you will be a key player in shaping the future of optical networking standards within the OIF, IEEE and ITU-T. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated standards team and leverage expertise from across Nokia to influence management standards and drive innovation. Your work will involve drafting technical specifications and contributions, representing Nokia in industry SDOs and forums, and engaging with cross-functional teams in R&D and product management to align with our strategic goals. The work environment is dynamic and engaging, promoting collaboration and intellectual growth, whether you choose to work on-site or remotely. Join us in a role where your insights and contributions will directly impact global standards developments and help position Nokia as a leader in optical networking technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine specifications for the management of advanced optical pluggable transceivers, ensuring they meet industry requirements.

• Draft, edit, and manage technical contributions for OIF, ITU-T, and other relevant standards bodies to advance Nokia's objectives.

• Collaborate with internal experts to build consensus on strategic positions and maintain alignment with corporate goals.

• Coordinate participation in standards meetings, presenting contributions and documenting outcomes effectively.

• Monitor and analyze developments in optical pluggable module standards to identify potential opportunities and risks for Nokia.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, product management, and legal, to ensure technical coherence and to act as SME for those standards you are driving.

• Utilize strong communication skills to represent Nokia’s interests in industry forums and with partners, while fostering good working relationships with the other members.

• Travel internationally as needed to engage with standards bodies and contribute to key meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)

• 7+ years of experience in optical networking, data center networking or telecommunications

• Knowledge of Ethernet, VLAN bridging, IP, L3 routing, network security models

• Hands-on experience managing network elements on an IP network

• Familiarity with standards organizations such as OIF, ITU-T, or IEEE

• Excellent technical writing and editing skills, proficient in collaborative document tools (e.g., Word, LaTeX, Git)

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience serving as an editor or rapporteur in a standards body

• Knowledge of advanced pluggable transceivers (e.g., 400ZR(+), 800ZR(+), 1600ZR(+))

• Experience in stateful protocol design, embedded systems design, management network architecture or management of network elements

• Experience with SNMP protocol and MIBs, NETCONF protocol and YANG modelling, UML or other modelling language

• Understanding of the network orchestration layer and Lifecycle Orchestration of network services

• Understanding of intellectual property considerations in standards work

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• 5+ years of Standards experience

• Experience developing total solution, writing requirements

• Experience in all phases of development: PLM, Arch, development, support

• Optical telecommunications experience