Applied R&D (AR) consists of target-oriented research either with the goal of solving a particular problem / answering a specific question or for multi-discipline design, development, and implementation of hardware, software, and systems including maintenance support. Supplies techno-economic consulting to clients. AR work is characterised by its detailed and complex nature in order to systematically combine existing knowledge and practices to further developing and incrementally improving products, operational processes, and customer-specific feature development.

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Standardisation & Open Source (SOS) comprises the development and implementation of a consistent strategy for external standards and forums including open source. It covers management and contribution to standardisation and other forums. It takes a direct role in the management and / or execution of standardisation related bodies and forums and develops / deploys and uses communication and web tools for standardisation purpose, the assistance of organisations in the creation of new forums. It ensures that the company obtains value for money from its investments in external memberships. Contains building up of robust intellectual property assets for Nokia.

As a Principal Standardization lead you will be part of Nokia's spectrum standardization team. You will work in spectrum regulatory related groups such as ITU-R, CITEL and will represent Nokia on spectrum standardization in the NAM region and towards national administration & policy makers (e.g. NTIA, FCC, ISED, IFT, etc...) as well as in discussions with the ecosystem partners. You will also work via industry associations such as GSA or CTIA. As Principal Standardization lead, fundamental responsibility is to maintain regular dialogue/engagements with key customers and key administration and policy makers in the NAM region:

• Conduct analyses and provide technical recommendations on policies and standards related to global spectrum management, especially for 6G.
• Represent Nokia on spectrum standardization in global and regional groups as well as in discussions in the ecosystem. In the area of your delegate work you are responsible for defining the Nokia position.
• Represent Nokia in industry conferences and contribute to renowned publications as part of Nokia thought leadership ambition.
• Contribute to functional vision and strategy resulting from standardization consideration.
• Create outside-in insight; recommend on the best course of action for spectrum matters.
• Consistently interact with key customers with senior experts on standardization-related topics.

Be a spectrum evangelist and help boost Nokia 6G leadership through internal and external communication; develop best practices.

You must have:

• MSc degree or PhD with strong knowledge on spectrum management and strong technical understanding of radio techniques and system design of 5G as well as an understanding of 6G.
• Willingness to grow as an expert on spectrum standardization and regulation.
• Strong problem solving (technical & otherwise), excellent time management, involved team player, self-motivated, creative thinking and strong English verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work autonomously.

You should also bring to table:

• Previous exposure to spectrum management and regulatory policies, working in spectrum administrations or in regional bodies such as CITEL.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication/presentation skills.
• Identify strategic industry partners & manage relationships with customers & ecosystem partners.
• Ability to work in a multi-national and distributed team, as well as strong self-motivation.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML.

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

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

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

• 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