Digital HW Engineer 5

Nokia; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Health and well-being support

Maternity/Paternity leave (90 days)

Career growth & mobility

Continuous learning

Job summary

Nokia is seeking a talented Applied R&D professional to investigate hardware failures in Nokia Optics products and perform root‑cause analyses, collaborating across global teams to translate field learnings into robust designs.

You will analyze field data, use AI tools to detect patterns and correlations, and work with suppliers to define corrective actions while keeping management updated on progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of optical communication products and testing strategies.
• Proficiency in circuit design and troubleshooting.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Investigate hardware failures on Nokia Optics products with root‑cause analysis.
• Collaborate with problem escalation teams to analyze field issues.
• Use AI tools to find patterns and correlations.
• Partner with customer quality teams to analyze field data.
• Work with Nokia Reliability to assess root causes and risks.
• Engage with component suppliers to identify corrective actions.
• Conduct horizontal analyses for similar failures across products.
• Collaborate with HW design teams to improve future designs.
• Provide updates to internal stakeholders and management.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Telecommunications

Optical testing

Circuit design

Troubleshooting

English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor/Master in EE/Telecom

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Family Description

Applied R&D (AR) consists of target-oriented research either with the goal of solving a particular problem / answering a specific question or for multi-discipline design, development, and implementation of hardware, software, and systems including maintenance support. Supplies techno-economic consulting to clients. AR work is characterised by its detailed and complex nature in order to systematically combine existing knowledge and practices to further developing and incrementally improving products, operational processes, and customer-specific feature development.

Job Description

Applied R&D (AR) consists of target-oriented research either with the goal of solving a particular problem / answering a specific question or for multi-discipline design, development, and implementation of hardware, software, and systems including maintenance support. Supplies techno-economic consulting to clients. AR work is characterised by its detailed and complex nature in order to systematically combine existing knowledge and practices to further developing and incrementally improving products, operational processes, and customer-specific feature development.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Investigate hardware failures on Nokia Optics products returned from the field by conducting root cause analyses and establishing corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with problem escalation teams to analyze hardware issues reported from the field.
• Use sophisticated AI tools to find patterns and correlations.
• Partner with customer quality teams to collect and analyze data on field failures.
• Work closely with the Nokia Reliability team to perform in-depth analyses of root causes, including chemical-related issues (e.g., corrosion), and assist in assessing field risks.
• Engage with Nokia component suppliers to investigate failures and identify root causes, as well as define corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct horizontal analyses to determine if similar failures exist in other Nokia Optics products.
• Collaborate with HW design teams to incorporate lessons learned from field issues into new designs, improving product reliability.
• Provide clear and concise updates to internal stakeholders and management.

Key Skills And Experience

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong knowledge of optical communication products and standard optical testing strategies.
• Proficiency in circuit design and troubleshooting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to provide clear updates to management and explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences.
• A proactive problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple challenges simultaneously.
• Initiative to collaborate with colleagues across teams around the world to access specialized expertise when needed.
• A strong sense of urgency and commitment to resolving problems quickly and effectively.

About Us

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Our recruitment process

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our 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.

About The Team

Some of our benefits in India:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
• Health and well-being support – medical insurance for you and your family, health check-ups, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, and employee resource groups
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
• Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
• Career growth & mobility – technical career paths, job rotations, international assignments, and relocation support
• Continuous learning – technical certifications, mentoring programs, coaching, and digital learning platforms
• Opportunities to innovate and contribute through Nokia’s research and development environment
• Recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
• Workplace support – ergonomic working support and mobile device programs based on eligibility