System Design Engineer

Nokia

System Design Engineer at Nokia analyzing and optimizing carrier networking environments. Collaborating with multiple departments to ensure seamless network design and implementation.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $108,000 - $154,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Network Design and Optimization, with a strong foundation in Engineering principles and advanced scripting capabilities. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge networking solutions while conducting economic analyses to inform strategic decisions.

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Network DesignOptical Link Budget EngineeringScripting in PythonCarrier-Class Networking ArchitectureSales Engineering

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Hard Skills

Network OptimizationTechnical Specification DevelopmentEconomic AnalysisWDM TechnologiesIP/MPLS/GMPLS TechnologiesExcel ScriptingMatlab ProficiencyPython ProficiencySQL SkillsLayer 1 Networking

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

OPNETVPISystemsRSoftWandlCaridenRelational Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in EngineeringMaster's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in PhysicsPhD Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Network PlanningNetwork DeploymentEmerging TechnologiesCommercial Planning ToolsDWDM Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPerlPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support RFP/RFQ Network Design responses and network optimization, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert, providing guidance and expertise to the field team for network planning and deployment.
Research and develop technical specifications, evaluating vendor and internal options to determine the best products and facilities.
Utilize network transition strategies to design optimal architecture for new products and platforms.
Create tools and resources to empower sales engineers in designing and optimizing network responses.
Conduct economic analysis of various networking models and emerging technologies, assessing their impact on business cases.
Analyze network designs and economic implications of roadmap features, contributing to strategic decision-making.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, PLM, Sales, and Engineering, to align on network solutions.
Stay updated on industry trends and standards, ensuring our solutions remain cutting-edge and competitive.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics is required; a PhD degree is preferred.
5+ years of relevant industry experience, with a strong preference for 3+ years of experience in 3rd party network design or optimization tools.
Working knowledge of carrier-class networking architecture, including WDM, IP/MPLS/GMPLS/Ethernet technologies.
Functional experience in sales engineering or product management is essential.
Proficiency in writing scripts using Excel, Matlab, Python, or similar tools.
Experience with commercial planning tools such as OPNET, VPISystems, RSoft, Wandl, or Cariden is highly desirable.
Strong technical skills in Optical Link Budget Engineering, Non-Linear simulation, and Layer 1 networking.
Prior experience in Provisioning, Installation, and Testing of DWDM systems is an advantage.
Excellent scripting, Excel, and SQL skills, along with familiarity with Relational Databases and programming languages like Perl, C++, Java, or Visual Basic.
Ability to work independently, collaborate with remote teams, and demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
Health and dental benefits
Short-term disability, and long-term disability
Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Plan
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program