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Technical Specialist at Nokia — Chennai

Experience7–15 yrs
SalaryNot disclosed
Work modeunknown
Levelstaff
Posted17 Sept 2026

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About Nokia

Nokia is hiring in Chennai in telecom. This role looks for around 7+ years of experience.

The role

Staff-level Technical Specialist for Nokia in telecommunications; you develop embedded Linux network software for layer 2/3 forwarding including xPON ONT and GPON/WLAN applications. You will use embedded Linux and OPENWRT/PurpleOS, C/C++, scripting languages, Linux kernel programming, ARM/MIPS, device driver development, and debugging/root cause analysis. Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (work mode not stated).

Full job description

Job Description

Experienced embedded Linux engineer with strong expertise in software architecture design, xPON ONT system development, and L2/L3 forwarding software. Skilled in ARM/MIPS architecture, device driver development, and debugging in embedded systems. Proficient in C, C++, scripting languages and Linux kernel programming, with hands-on experience in board bring-up and peripheral integration. Focused on delivering high-quality, customer-oriented features and maintaining effective cross-team collaboration.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

Are you passionate about becoming a part of efficient BBD SW group, you will be responsible for:

Customer specification and requirement analysis together with product manager and product architecture. Software design and implementation according to product and technical specification. Embedded Linux software development for Network protocols, layer 2/3 data forwarding, GPON, WLAN applications. Responsible for continuous software module refactoring and architecture evolution. Analyzing , debugging and fixing customer issues. Doing Root Cause Analysis and defining and implementing preventive actions.

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

Bachelordegree or above in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Telecom or equivalent 7 to 15 years of experience in network SW development projects.Good knowledge in software design and development, well understanding the embedded Linux and OPENWRT, PurpleOS system Proficient in C/C++ and Script programming languages Development experience in Network layer 2/3 data forwarding development

It would be nice if you also add:

Development experience in GPON, ONT, home gateway products or Wi-Fi Extenders.Experience in 802.11 specifications.Development experience in Linux device application, network management and Network protocols.Fluency in technical writing and communication skills