Solution Specialist (packet core)

Job Description

Come create the technology that helps the world act togetherNokia 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.The team youll be part ofAs Nokias growth engine, we create value for communication service providers and enterprise customers by leading the transition to cloud-native software and as-a-service delivery models. Our inclusive team of dreamers, doers and disruptors push the limits from impossible to possible.We are a global team that provides high quality design and deployment services for Cloud Packet Core projects globally, supporting technologies of today and tomorrow. We value innovation and collaboration, and we are committed to continuous improvement. The work environment is interesting and challenging, with opportunities for professional development.What you will learn and contribute toAre you passionate about creating solutions, solving problems and developing skills in the latest, cutting edge mobile communications networks?As part of our team, you will:

• Define Mobile Packet Core solutions that meet the needs and requirements of Nokia?s Communication Service providers and Enterprise customers.
• Be a trusted advisor and guide Nokia?s customers on the best possible solutions to meet their technology objectives.
• Develop project documentation and artifacts for implementation, expansion, and modification of 5G mobile communication services. This includes Network Slicing, Cloud Infrastructure requirements, and Container Based Network Functions for operators worldwide.
• Deploy, integrate, and test the next generation of Mobile Packet Core solutions in customer labs and production networks, in a variety of environments such as VMware, OpenStack, Kubernetes, AWS and OpenShift.
• Utilize the Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment CI/CD pipeline to deploy the Nokia Mobile Packet Core Solutions and take part in automation microservices development.
• Utilize your deep technical understanding of 3GPP standards in technical discussions and collaborations with customers, project managers and other engineering teams.
• Travel globally when restrictions due to COVID pandemic allow.

Your skills and experienceYou have:

• Minimum 5 years experience in planning, designing or operating a Mobile Packet Core.
• Strong knowledge of end to end solutions for 5G and vEPC, 3GPP standards for 5G and Packet Core, and 5G Service based architecture experience.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes, containers and cloud solutions.
• Fundamentals of TCP/IP including routing and switching

• MSc or BSc degree in Telecommunications or a similar subject

It would be nice if you also had:

• Onboarding & Deployment experience with VNF/CNF and the understanding of artifacts TOSCA, CSAR, and Helm Charts
• Experience with Python programming language or Bash and in test automation
• Knowledge of GIT version control system
• Any distribution of Linux administration skills, command line, and such
• One of CCNP/JNCIS/NRS II certifications (or higher)
• Fluent written and spoken English

What we offerNokia offers flexible and hybrid working schemes, 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.Company Culture: We believe our people are our greatest asset and we aim to foster a fun, challenging, positive, and inclusive work environment. We offer 1-on-1 mentorship, learning and development opportunities, global impact and interaction, and flexible work/life balance.Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employerNokia 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
• LGBT+ equality & best place to work by HRC Foundation

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people.Nokia?s 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.

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