Job Description

The Department Head of Network System Research at Nokia is a pivotal leadership role within our organization. In this position, you will have the unique opportunity to work closely with Bell Labs researchers and collaborate with other business divisions to drive cutting-edge research in Network Systems and Security. As the Technical Department Head, you will be responsible for leading a group of expert researchers, offering technical guidance, and fostering their career development. You will have the chance to provide technical leadership while also cultivating a work environment that encourages personal growth and accountability. This role is an integral part of our team as we continue to push the boundaries of technology and create a unified networking experience (UNEXT) for all. Collaboration and innovation are at the heart of our work environment, and you will be supported by a team of brilliant minds and industry experts. At Nokia, we take pride in our transformative work and strive to make a positive impact on the world. If you are a leader with a passion for scientific expertise and people development, this role offers the perfect blend of opportunities for you to excel.

Responsibilities

• As part of the leadership of network systems and security lab, drive the vision of unified networking experience.
• Showing technology leadership and staying current with the state-of-the-art technology
• Active contribution to the construction of project proposals
• Reporting and communication (to peers, upper and lower levels)
• Find the relevant impact of the research results on Nokia's portfolio and support the technology transfer to business groups
• Resource planning and steering individual activities toward the lab vision

Qualifications

Technical Qualifications

• Track record of achievements in network systems specifically, system models in general
• Understanding of network performance modelling and network sustainability
• Minimum experience of 5 years in managing research teams or other technical teams
• PhD in distributed computing, telecommunication, or other relevant networking fields

Leadership/Management Qualifications

• Demonstrable leadership experience with strong interpersonal & coaching skills.
• Conflict resolution, accountability management, employee guidance & training.
• Strong problem-solving (technical & otherwise), excellent time management, involved team player, self-motivated, creative thinking and strong English verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication/presentation skills to both researchers as well as Nokia executive & senior leadership.
• The ability to establish a strong relationship with Nokia leadership across the entire organization & varying disciplines.

About Us

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

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.
We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.