New

Software Dev Engineer

NOKIA
$91,910 - $170,690 Plus potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles.
United States, California, Sunnyvale
520 Almanor Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2025
An exciting opportunity to work in the ever-changing Telecommunication Industry as a member of the IPN Software Engineering team for our Network Infrastructure group. You will be a part of a team whose objectives are to deliver in an environment where openness, trust, and autonomy are encouraged, each team member selects the tasks to work on and exchanges daily with his/her teammates on the progress and challenges Routing protocols (OSPF, ISIS, BGP) and/or signaling protocols (RSVP, LDP) Knowledge of Linux and programming languages (preferably scripting languages such as TCL, Python, Perl, shell). NFV (Network Function Virtualization), SDN, Virtualized Switching products, and related virtualization technologies (KVM/QEMU, Xen, Vmware ESXi). Proven aptitude for methodical problem solving, good communication skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to work well in a close-knit team. Develop application software in C++ software on carrier-grade products. Develop application software that simulates real products You have: A bachelor's or master's in computer science, computer networking or a similar degree is required. Work experience in related areas is a plus. IP network fundamentals, including network architecture, and routing protocols. Advanced operating system fundamentals, including kernel operations, scheduling, memory management, and semaphores. Data structure and algorithm fundamentals, including use cases, order of complexity, and performance analysis. Hands-on experience with Software development on Linux and knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) like VxWorks is a plus. It would be nice if you also had: Previous experience as a Nokia intern or co-op. A strong foundation in Operating Systems concepts and C/C++ programming languages. Experience designing and developing network protocols, and analyzing and improving existing protocol specifications. Experience with virtualization technologies such as Dockers/Containers, Namespaces, etc. Experience with Broadcom or Cavium SDK or any contemporary Chipset is preferred. Experience designing and developing data planes for Broadcom chipsets like Trident/Tomahawk, etc. Experience designing and developing programmable management interfaces using gNMI, NETCONF, etc. About Nokia Join us in creating the technology that helps the world act together. We are a B2B technology innovation leader, pioneering networks that sense, think and act, putting the world's people, machines and devices in sync to create a more sustainable, productive and accessible future. Learn more about life at Nokia. About the Business Group A robust digital backbone is the unsung hero of modern life, underpinning everything from daily interactions to cloud computing and critical infrastructure. The Network Infrastructure team is passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in networking, tackling the toughest challenges and delivering innovative solutions. We deliver trusted, purpose-built IP, optical, fixed, and data center solutions that power the internet, drive the global economy, and support the mission-critical industries that keep the world running. 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.