IP Architect

Overview

The Hyperscaler Team is seeking a Senior IP Architect to drive technical engagements with Hyperscaler customers. You will own all technical aspects of an account as well as serve in cross-functional roles including strategy, business and product roadmap development, technical solution design and delivery. You will work with industry leading Hyperscaler Customers, contribute to industry changing technologies and projects. Coupled with direct touch to Nokia product development organizations, you will be joining a highly talented and supportive team.

• Work closely with Account teams and BU to develop and execute technical account strategies
• Develop close technical working relationships with Customers and effectively promote solutions offered by Nokia
• Provide BU feedback on Customer requirements to guide product direction and solutions alignment with customer business/network priorities
• Develop deep understanding of Customer's business and application
• Provide technical guidance and direction to Sales teams
• Drive and manage RFI, RFP, Demos, POC, NPI, test plan creation, and network design
• Develop tailored customer validation and simulation environments

• At least 10 years in various engineering roles and 5 years in customer facing roles
• Experience with Linux, Scripting and Dev Ops Development
• Expert Knowledge of switching and routing protocols
• Expert Knowledge of WAN, Data Center Fabric, Data Center Interconnect architectures
• Competence of the competitive vendor landscape
• Driven, self-motivated, and a "take-ownership" attitude
• Exceptional customer facing skills
• Good listening, verbal, written, presentation and project management skills
• Multifaceted and the ability to learn, adapt, and deliver quickly under pressure from many stakeholders
• Ability to work hands on when required in a laboratory environment, both in customer labs and Nokia labs

• B.S. Degree in Computer Networking or similar or equivalent experience required
• Optical and Wide Area Networking knowledge a plus
• Experience with Open Source Network Operating Systems

• Comprehensive benefits package for US/Canada including retirement savings plan, health and dental benefits, disability coverage, life insurance, and more
• Paid time off for holidays and vacation
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants 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.

Disclaimer for US/Canada:
Nokia maintains broad annual base salary ranges to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, with consideration to internal peer equity. Some ranges may be posted in the job info section for the role. All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate(s) identified.