AI Research Scientist – Quantum Computing & Emerging Technologies

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled AI Research Scientist with expertise in Quantum Computing to join our Emerging Technologies CoE team.

The Emerging Technologies Center of Excellence (CoE) within Nokia Technologies CTO organization focuses on creating foundational AI and Quantum technologies, developing AI solutions for our research labs, collaborating with startups and partners, and generating impactful intellectual property.

We are assembling a world-class team of researchers to drive innovation in the future of computing, sensing, and beyond, while enhancing our core research areas, including video, audio, and wireless communications.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

1. Develop and optimize AI algorithms for video compression, immersive audio, Wi-Fi, and 3GPP wireless technologies.
2. Investigate new quantum applications from both software and hardware perspectives assessing their potential for standardization.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI-driven solutions that enhance our core research areas.
4. Engage with external partners to co-develop cutting-edge technologies and drive joint research initiatives.
5. Contribute to the intellectual property portfolio through patent filings and publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals.

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

1. Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Physics, or a related field, with a focus on AI and Quantum Computing. Minimum of 5 years of industrial work experience after Ph.D., or equivalent industry exposure.
2. Strong background in AI algorithm development and machine learning techniques.
3. Experience with at least one major machine learning framework (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, etc.).
4. Proficiency in quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane, Q#).
5. Demonstrated ability to publish research in top-tier AI & Quantum conferences and journals (NeurIPS, ICML, Nature Physics, npj Quantum Information).
6. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional research teams.

It would be nice if you also had:

1. Strong foundation in information theory and coding techniques.
2. Understanding of MLOps frameworks for scalable AI deployment.
3. Experience optimizing AI models for GPU and CPU computing resources.
4. Demonstrated technical leadership in AI or Quantum research.
5. Knowledge of video compression, immersive audio, wireless communication protocols, and industry standards.
6. Prior experience in developing AI applications for hardware accelerators (TPUs, NPUs, FPGAs, etc.).
7. Familiarity with standardization processes.
8. Strong communication skills and experience presenting research findings.

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:

1. One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
2. Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
3. 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.

About The Team

Nokia Technologies is licensing Nokia intellectual property, including patents, technologies, and the Nokia brand, building on Nokia’s continued innovation and decades of R&D leadership in technologies deployed in virtually all connected devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!