In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise

Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse - combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.

We are seeking a highly skilled engineer to join our Module Test and Diagnostics team at Nokia in Nuremberg - a center of competence for next-generation optical communication products. Your primary focus will be on the integration and validation of hardware and software components for optical communication systems. You will work closely with a talented team of engineers and researchers to ensure the successful development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies.

• Master's degree in a technical field, such as Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

• Phd or 5+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the optical communication industry.

• Expertise in measurement automation, with a strong understanding of test equipment and protocols.

• Proficient in Python programming, with the ability to develop efficient and maintainable code.

• Solid knowledge of Linux operating systems and command-line tools from a user perspective.

• Experience with optical communication technologies, including DWDM, ROADM, and optical transceivers as well as optical measurement equipment.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• English (mandatory) and German fluently spoken and written

• Define and implement automated measurement and testing procedures for optical communication systems.

• Develop and maintain Python scripts for instrumentation, automation and data analysis.

• Supervision of AI-driven code generation and introduction of new AI tools & applications

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement system requirements supporting the validation.

• Validate the optical performance of our next-generation products and support requirement definition.

• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting for complex technical issues.

• Document and communicate technical specifications and test results.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in optical communication technologies.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.