Job Description

We are looking for an experienced software project and program leader to drive key initiatives in Nokia’s Product & Engineering – Subscriber Signaling and Policy (SSP) organization. You will drive challenging Core Networks projects across Research and Development (R&D) teams.

You’ll be a strong people leader and communicator, confident in engaging senior stakeholders, negotiating effectively, and working in wireless/telecom. If you are proactive, innovative, and eager to contribute to Nokia SSP’s 5G success story, this role allows you to shape scalable, high-impact products.

• Drive Core Network software projects within Nokia SSP, ensuring end-to-end delivery.

• Manage and mentor a high-performing team of developers and testers.

• Apply Agile (SAFe) and Continuous Delivery practices in cloud-native environments.

• Manage technical solutions for 3G/4G/5G Core Networks, including HLR, HSS, UDM, EIR, and 3GPP standards.

• Oversee functional testing (Python/ROBOT) or development (C++/design patterns) for scalable solutions.

• Monitor metrics and KPIs to track progress, mitigate risks, and drive improvements.

• Partnering with cross-functional and multisite teams, including supplier partners, leveraging Docker and Kubernetes.

You-Have

• 10+ years of software project and program management experience, with expertise in Core Networks (CN) tools and methodologies.

• Ability to partner and work in a high-performing environment.

• Solid understanding of Telecom/Core Network domains and wireless technologies, including subscriber, signaling, or policy areas.

• Skilled in using metrics and KPIs to derive insights, drive decisions, and improve team and project performance.

• Experienced in managing supplier partners, team development, and cross-site Research & Development (R&D) collaboration.

Nice-to-Have

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior leaders.

• Proactive, innovative, and adaptable approach, with a problem-solving mindset, customer focus, and ambition to contribute to SSP’s 5G success story.

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