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Sr SW Development Engr at Nokia — Bengaluru

Experience5–6 yrs
SalaryNot disclosed
Work modeonsite
Levelsenior
Posted11 Sept 2026

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About Nokia

Nokia is hiring in Bengaluru in telecom. This role looks for around 5+ years of experience.

Skills

C/C++
L2/L3 protocols
Kernel internals
Networking
Socket programming
IP networking
Linux driver
Debugging

The role

An embedded software engineer at a telecommunications and optical networking company develops and debugs C/C++ features, integrates Linux drivers with SoC architectures, and builds IP networking using L2/L3 protocols. Kernel internals and socket programming support system design, release management, and product validation.

Full job description

Job Description

This SW role at Nokia India offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge feature development for the GX platform, a key component of Nokia's optical division. You will be responsible for planning technical requirements, managing product evolution through design and documentation, and contributing to improving product performance. This position appears to combine hands-on software engineering, system-level thinking, and telecom domain exposure, making it a strong opportunity for engineers looking to grow within Nokia's R&D ecosystem.

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How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

Develop and debug complex features using expertise in C/C++, L2/L3 protocols, and debugging tools. Plan technical requirements, manage SW/HW build releases, and support product updates, gaining experience in release management. Assist in designing, developing, and testing hardware/software solutions tailored to customer needs, broadening skills in system design. Deepen understanding of kernel internals, general networking, and socket programming, with a focus on IPV4/IPV6 and L2/L3 routing. Collaborate with vendors to integrate SoC architecture, learning to troubleshoot and enhance third-party solutions. Gain exposure to Optical technologies, expanding skillset and adding value to knowledge of networking and telecom systems. Contribute to the planning and execution of product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs. Conduct thorough testing and validation of features and functionalities to ensure high-quality product releases. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for customers and internal teams, ensuring a smooth user experience.

Key Skills And Experience

BE/BTech or ME/MTech with 5+ years of relevant experience.Expertise in kernel internals, general networking, and socket programming.Previous work experience in IP networking or linux driver layer is essential.Thorough knowledge of networking concepts in L2/L3 protocols, VLAN/OSPP/GRE/RSTP/TCP/IP.Strong C/C++ programming skills, system understanding, and debugging abilities are required.Good oral and written communication skills, self-motivation, and the ability to collaborate effectively.Experience in chassis-based router/switches is a plus.Understanding of different SoC architectures (32-bit, 64-bit) and toolchains is advantageous.Familiarity with Docker, JIRA, bit-bucket, and confluence is beneficial.Knowledge of yang/Netconf/restconf is an added advantage.