Junior Microwave Strategy & Product Manager

Nokia; Italia; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading technology company in Italy seeks a Junior Microwave Strategy & Product Manager to lead R&D initiatives and collaborate with customers. Candidates should have a Master's degree in engineering or computer science, with 2-3 years of experience in telecommunications. Fluent English and excellent communication skills are essential. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the forefront of technology in a collaborative environment.

Servizi

Innovative work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Competenze

• 2-3 years of experience in telecommunications, preferably in radio access or transport.
• Knowledge of network transport technology: SDN, AI/ML, security.
• Willingness to travel as per project requirements.

Mansioni

• Conduct studies and analyses on scope domains.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams in R&D.
• Support interactions with customers to understand their needs.

Conoscenze

Fluent in English

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work collaboratively

Passion for technology

Strategic mindset

Formazione

Master’s degree in engineering or computer science

Strumenti

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Junior Microwave Strategy & Product Manager / Specialista Senior / Project Manager: We are seeking a forward-thinking professional to join our team and help shape the future of technology in key domains such as automation, AI / ML, security, and energy efficiency. In this role, you will analyze market trends and customer needs to drive long-term strategic evolution. You will lead R&D innovation initiatives and take ownership of the long-term technology roadmap. A core part of your responsibilities will include conducting customer demos and workshops, supporting industry collaborations within standardization frameworks, and scouting opportunities for experimental research projects, including preparing and submitting funding applications. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of technological advancement in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

What we offer

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.

Your opportunities

What you will do includes customer demos and workshops, supporting industry collaborations within standardization frameworks, and scouting opportunities for experimental research projects, including preparing and submitting funding applications. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of technological advancement in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Your requirements

You have :

• Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Previous experience in telecommunications, preferably in radio access or transport domains (2-3 years).
• Knowledge of network transport technology, with a particular focus on the following domains: Network Management and automation, SDN, AI / ML, security.
• Passion for technology and eagerness to learn about industry advancements.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Office 365).
• Good at communicating and advising business decision-makers.
• Experience in interfacing and making presentations to customers.
• Ability to prepare concise and insightful reports under time pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• An enthusiastic approach to learning and contributing to team goals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Accountability and result-oriented, Strategic mindset.
• The ability and willingness to travel as per project requirements.

Nice to have

• Knowledge in radio access and transport technology.
• Previous experience as a Strategy Manager or Product Manager.
• Previous participation in telecom standards groups with relevant contributions.
• Previous experience in research projects involving third parties.
• Capability to build business cases and interpret financial data.
• Business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies and analyses on domains within scope.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams in the R&D organization to stimulate and incubate strategic ideas, with results demonstrated by prototyping and demos.
• Contribute to future trends analysis and scout new technologies.
• Support interactions with customers to understand their needs and assist in providing solutions.

Additional responsibilities

• Scout for potential partnering or funding opportunities (national and international) for innovative projects aligned with Nokia objectives.
• Prepare research project proposals, including the creation of project concepts, the definition of strategic objectives and use cases, and deliverables preparation.
• Attend industry forums in own domain and drive relevant contributions based on network / technology studies.
• Provide support to pre-sales by offering technical expertise in front of customers.
• Participate in weekly alignment calls with the enlarged team.
• Grow competence in microwave aspects over time.
• Contribute to dissemination and marketing activities on Nokia products and solutions.