Technical Lead

Nokia; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work model

Life insurance

Well-being programs

Learning & development

Job summary

Nokia in Chennai, India, seeks a Technical Lead to validate advanced access networks (L2/L2+ and L3/MPLS). You will validate IP-based networks, develop automated tests, and collaborate with R&D, product management, and support to ensure timely feature delivery.

The role emphasizes mentoring, troubleshooting across hardware/software environments, and advancing the product's software architecture and processes, with a hybrid/onsite work setup likely.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in validations of L2/L3/MPLS protocols using Ethernet/GPON Access products.
• Experience with L2 & L2+ protocols: VLAN, xSTP, LLDP, IGMP, ARP, 802.1x, QoS, DHCP, PPPoE, ERPS, CFM, EFM-OAM, ANCP, Radius, LACP.
• Experience in OSPF, BGP, RIP, MPLS, IGMP, ARP, IPv6.
• Experience with products like xDSL, GPON, IPDSLAM is advantageous.
• Experience in test design, test bed setup, execution and reporting.
• Good working knowledge of software testing (functional, regression, and/or non-functional).
• Experience using packet generators like Spirent, IXIA.

Responsibilities

• Apply expertise in IP-based networks to validate software for Lightspan family ensuring standards compliance.
• Develop automated test cases to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Leverage customer feedback to refine product features for robust live deployments.
• Collaborate with R&D, product management, and customer support to ensure timely feature delivery.
• Mentor junior team members and oversee projects with limited risk.
• Enhance troubleshooting to resolve complex hardware/software issues across customer environments.
• Continuously improve product software architecture and development processes.

Skills

IP networks

L2/L2+ protocols

MPLS

OSPF/BGP/IS-IS

Test automation

Packet generators

Education

Engineering degree (B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech)

Tools

Spirent IXIA

Job description

Job Description

As a Technical Lead, this role focuses on the validation of advanced access networks, with Layer 2(VLAN, ERPS, LAG etc..,), Layer 3(ipv4/ipv6 forwarding, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, PIM, MPLS(L2 VPN, LDP, RSVP), networking control and/or data plane software/protocols

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Apply expertise in IP-based networks and Layer 2/Layer 2+ Access protocols to validate software for the Lightspan family , ensuring it meets required standards.
• Expertise in tools needed for developing automated test cases
• Leverage customer feedback to continually refine and enhance product features, ensuring robustness in live deployments.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, product management, and customer support to ensure a seamless development process and timely delivery of features.
• Deepen expertise in a subset of L2 & L2+ Access protocols, including but not limited to Ethernet, Layer 2 Forwarding VLAN, QoS, Multicast, DHCP, PPPoE, 802.1x, Radius, CFM, ERPS, xSTP, LLDP, LACP, ANCP, etc., and stay updated with emerging network technologies.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, gaining leadership experience and overseeing projects with limited risks.
• Enhance troubleshooting skills by diagnosing and resolving complex hardware and software issues across customer environments.
• Continue to innovate and enhance the product’s software architecture and development processes, learning new tools and methods to improve efficiency.

Key Skills And Experience

• Graduate or Postgraduate in the Engineering stream with 3+ years of experience in validations of L2/L3/MPLS protocols using Ethernet/GPON Access products.
• Any combination of L2 & L2+ protocols: Layer 2 Forwarding, VLAN, xSTP, LLDP, IGMP, ARP, 802.1x, QoS, DHCP, PPPoE, ERPS, CFM, EFM-OAM, ANCP, Radius, and LACP.
• Experience in OSPF, BGP, RIP , MPLS, IGMP, ARP, IPV6
• Experience with products like xDSL, GPON, and IPDSLAM, aligning well with the product line, will be an added advantage.
• Experience in test design, test bed preparation/setup, test execution & reporting.
• Good working knowledge of software testing (functional, regression, and/or non-functional testing).
• Good Experience in using packet generators like Spirent, IXIA.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience in both manual & automation testing preferred. Automation with Python/TCL is desirable, along with good debugging skills.
• Troubleshooting and analytical skills to address complex issues in both software and hardware, minimizing product downtime.
• A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards across all stages of the product lifecycle, and delivering as per commitment on tight schedules.

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