Senior Staff Research Specialist – Technology Standards, Research & Innovation

Nokia

Research Scientist in Nokia's R&I focusing on future technologies and standards. Contributing to 5G-Advanced and 6G radio technologies through innovative research and collaboration.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeEspoo • 🇫🇮 FinlandSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive progress as a technical lead, contributing to new product features, protocols, and standards in mobile communication, focusing on future 3GPP systems, specifically 5G-Advanced and 6G.
Work with a world-class team to drive 6G radio technologies and the evolution of 5G-Advanced in global standardization.
Research and develop technologies for driving innovation in RRM area, including measurements and requirements for next generation wireless systems.
Evaluate performance of proposed innovations including link-level and/or system-level simulations.
Work with synthetically generated and real measurements from existing simulators and Proof-of-Concept (PoC) systems.
Carry out specialized activities/projects, demonstrating adaptability in complex business environments.
Communicate within and outside the team, influencing others to accept new concepts and technical solutions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong technical background in wireless communication and experience in innovating mobile radio networks and wireless communication technologies.
Solid knowledge of standards for mobile communications including 3GPP and ORAN.
Solid knowledge of methods to analyze and optimize performance of wireless systems, including hands-on experience in developing tools such as link-level and/or system-level simulators.
Proven software development skills, including Matlab, C, C++, and/or Python.
Experience in creating patentable concepts and innovation.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Leadership and collaborative mindset with the ability to work autonomously.
Strong professional ethics, open communication, and ability to rectify mistakes quickly.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible and hybrid working schemes
A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond

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Hard Skills & Tools

wireless communicationmobile radio networksperformance analysislink-level simulationssystem-level simulationsMatlabCC++Pythoninnovation

Soft Skills

written communicationinterpersonal communicationleadershipcollaborationautonomyprofessional ethicsopen communicationadaptability