Senior Wi-Fi Standardization Researcher and Delegate

Nokia; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid work schemes

Life insurance

Well-being programs

Career growth & mentoring

NERGs & employee resource groups

Learning & development

Job summary

Nokia is seeking a senior researcher in Bengaluru to shape the research agenda and drive innovations for IEEE 802.11 and Wi‑Fi Alliance contributions. You will develop concepts within Nokia’s Wi‑Fi CoE, draft contributions, and present ideas to IEEE and industry bodies.

You’ll contribute to linking academia and standardization with industry platforms, leveraging AI/ML where relevant and building robust link/simulators for next‑gen Wi‑Fi.

Qualifications

• PhD in EE/CS/Physics or MS with 5+ years in Wi‑Fi standardization or related simulation experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Wi‑Fi up to 802.11bn.
• Proven track record of innovations and contributions to wireless standards.
• Experience applying AI/ML in PHY/MAC and using simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Become a key contributor to Nokia’s IEEE 802.11 and/or Wi‑Fi Alliance delegation.
• Develop novel concepts for the Wi‑Fi 9 era and promote them in IEEE 802.11 and Wi‑Fi Alliance.
• Collaborate with other companies in IEEE 802.11 and Wi‑Fi Alliance to advance the next generation Wi‑Fi standard.

Skills

Wi‑Fi knowledge

Standardization experience

AI/ML in PHY/MAC

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in EE/CS/Physics or related (or MS + 5+ years)

MS + 5+ years standardization experience

Tools

Link/Simulation tools

Wi‑Fi/IEEE tooling

Job description

Job Description

You will be responsible to define and shape your research agenda under the guidance of some of the top experts in the industry, develop innovations with other members of the Wi-Fi CoE, draft contributions and present these ideas in IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance.

You will be responsible to define and shape your research agenda under the guidance of some of the top experts in the industry, develop innovations with other members of the Wi-Fi CoE, draft contributions and present these ideas in IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance.

You can also contribute to the development of our industry leading system and link simulation platforms.

You use your experience in academia and/or adjacent standardization organizations like 3GPP to transfer and adapt promising ideas to IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

Your Responsibilities:

• Become a key contributor to Nokia’s IEEE 802.11 and/or Wi-Fi Alliance delegation,


• Develop novel concepts for the Wi-Fi 9 era. Evaluate and promote your concepts in IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance


• Collaborate with other companies in IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance to make the next generation Wi-Fi standard a success.

Key Skills And Experience

Your skills and experience:

• PhD in EE, CS, Physics, or similar or MS degree and 5+ years of experience as Wi‑Fi standardization delegate, development of Wi‑Fi link and/or system simulators or extensive standardization experience (IEEE 802.11, Wi‑Fi Alliance or 3GPP)


• You have a strong working knowledge of Wi‑Fi up to 802.11bn.


• Proven track record of innovations and contributions to wireless standards


• Deep knowledge of how to apply AI/ML in PHY and MAC layer


• Experience in the use of link and simulation tools


• You are enthusiastic about Wi‑Fi technology and you are open minded and curious


• Excellent communications skills and track record of working with product lines


• Good understanding of agentic workflows

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.

Learn more about life at Nokia .

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.

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.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia .

About The Team

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