Technical Specialist RandD Lab

Nokia; Thiruporur; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia's R&D Lab in Tamil Nadu seeks a Lab IT Specialist to configure, install, maintain, and support R&D laboratory equipment and networks. You will manage lab operations, IT infrastructure, and security while enabling DevOps and lab-to-cloud initiatives.

Require BE/B.Tech with 7–8 years in Networking & Telecom; CCNA is a plus. You will coordinate with IT, manage budgets, and drive lab improvements across global labs.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in a relevant discipline.
• 7–8 years of experience in Networking & Telecom.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, VLAN, routing, switching).
• Experience in installation, configuration, and powering of network/telecom equipment.
• Working knowledge of OS installation and security patch updates.
• Hands-on experience in ticket handling with understanding of SLA concepts.
• Exposure to lab/network environment management including maintenance, backups, and restoration.
• CCNA or equivalent certification is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all activities related to Lab Operation, IT Management, Cyber Security, Server infrastructure, and Sustainability.
• Align and standardize lab infra management world-wide – Implementation of common tool and processes across all labs.
• Cloud infra: allocate needed resources to support DevOps transformation & Lab to Cloud strategy.
• Lab-IT management: maintaining a server, network planning, IT coordination for network changes and outages.
• Cybersecurity implementation and Vulnerability Management to comply with security requirements.
• Quality adherence: ESD and calibration; TL9000, ISO45000, 14000, 27000 and BCP.
• Daily Lab support via Ticketing system and SLA-based problem solving.
• Capex & Opex – Budget consolidation and optimization.
• Equipment ordering, shipment tracking, installation and registration.
• Lab Inventory Management and utilization tracking.
• Drive lab improvement programs and tool enhancements.

Skills

Networking & Telecom

Lab IT Management

Education

BE/B.Tech in relevant discipline

Job description

Job Description:

The R&D Lab Specialist configures, designs, installs, maintains, and handles R&D laboratory equipment and laboratory networks for the use of delivery teams. Procures, (budgets,) and integrates new products and solutions in the services laboratory. Ensures availability of laboratory equipment and maintains physical and environmental standards. Supports the integration, verification, testing, and modification of SW / HW / system components.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Responsible for all activities related to Lab Operation, IT Management, Cyber Security, Server infrastructure, and Sustainability.
• Align and standardize lab infra management world-wide – Implementation of common tool and processes across all labs
• Cloud infra: E.g. allocate needed resources in order to support DevOps transformation & Lab to Cloud strategy.
• Lab-IT management: Maintaining a server, network planning, coordination with IT for new network requests/modifications, outages, firewall adaptations…
• Cybersecurity implementation, monitoring, Vulnerability Management Program in order to comply with Cyber security requirement.
• Quality adherence: ESD and calibration. TL9000, ISO45000, 14000, 27000 and BCP
• Daily Lab support to all DU’s based through Ticketing system via SLA and ad hoc interventions for problem solving
• Capex & Opex – Budget Consolidation, Optimization
• Equipment Ordering, Shipment tracking, installation and registration.
• Lab Inventory Management, tracking utilization.
• Drive lab improvement program, innovation, tool enhancement.

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

• B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline
• 7–8 years of experience in Networking & Telecom domain
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, VLAN, routing & switching)
• Experience in installation, configuration, and powering of network/telecom equipment
• Working knowledge of OS installation and security patch updates
• Hands-on experience in ticket handling with understanding of SLA concepts
• Exposure to lab/network environment management including maintenance, backups, and restoration
• Good communication skills, positive attitude; CCNA or equivalent certification is an added advantage

Requirements: