System Design Engineer

Nokia; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Life insurance & AD&D

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Nokia is seeking a System Design Engineer to analyze carrier networking environments and craft optimized solutions. You will collaborate with Marketing, PLM, Sales, Optical, and Software Engineering to ensure effective design and deployment.

You will support RFP/RFQ responses, serve as SME for field planning, and research technical specifications while evaluating vendor options. Strong scripting and cross-functional teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; PhD preferred.
• 5+ years in the industry; 3+ years in 3rd party network design/optimization tools.
• Carrier-class networking architecture experience (WDM, IP/MPLS/GMPLS/Ethernet).
• Proficiency in scripting: Excel, Matlab, Python or similar.
• Experience with planning tools like OPNET, VPISystems, RSoft, Wandl, Cariden is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support RFP/RFQ network design responses and optimization.
• Serve as SME to guide field network planning and deployment.
• Research and develop technical specs; evaluate vendor/ internal options.
• Design optimal architectures using network transition strategies.
• Create tools to assist sales engineers in network design.
• Conduct economic analysis of networking models and features.
• Collaborate with Marketing, PLM, Sales, and Engineering on solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and standards to remain competitive.

Skills

Carrier networking

WDM

IP/MPLS/GMPLS/Ethernet

Sales engineering

Scripting (Excel, Matlab, Python)

Relational databases

C++/Java/Perl

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/CS/Physics

PhD preferred

Tools

OPNET

VPISystems

RSoft

Wandl

Cariden

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced System Design Engineer to join our dynamic team at Nokia. In this role, you will play a crucial part in analyzing carrier networking environments and creating optimized solutions. You will collaborate closely with multiple departments, including Marketing, PLM, Sales, Optical, and Software Engineering, to ensure seamless network design and implementation. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting RFP/RFQ responses and providing field support for network planning and deployment activities.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Support RFP/RFQ Network Design responses and network optimization, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert, providing guidance and expertise to the field team for network planning and deployment.
• Research and develop technical specifications, evaluating vendor and internal options to determine the best products and facilities.
• Utilize network transition strategies to design optimal architecture for new products and platforms.
• Create tools and resources to empower sales engineers in designing and optimizing network responses.
• Conduct economic analysis of various networking models and emerging technologies, assessing their impact on business cases.
• Analyze network designs and economic implications of roadmap features, contributing to strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, PLM, Sales, and Engineering, to align on network solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and standards, ensuring our solutions remain cutting-edge and competitive.

Key Skills And Experience

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics is required; a PhD degree is preferred.

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience, with a strong preference for 3+ years of experience in 3rd party network design or optimization tools.
• Working knowledge of carrier-class networking architecture, including WDM, IP/MPLS/GMPLS/Ethernet technologies.
• Functional experience in sales engineering or product management is essential.
• Proficiency in writing scripts using Excel, Matlab, Python, or similar tools.
• Experience with commercial planning tools such as OPNET, VPISystems, RSoft, Wandl, or Cariden is highly desirable.
• Strong technical skills in Optical Link Budget Engineering, Non-Linear simulation, and Layer 1 networking.
• Prior experience in Provisioning, Installation, and Testing of DWDM systems is an advantage.
• Excellent scripting, Excel, and SQL skills, along with familiarity with Relational Databases and programming languages like Perl, C++, Java, or Visual Basic.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate with remote teams, and demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

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

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.

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