Senior Technical Specialist (R&D Lab)

Nokia · Thiruporur

  • Experience10–12 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeunknown
  • Levelexecutive
  • Posted26 Sept 2026
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About Nokia

Nokia is hiring in Thiruporur in telecom. This role looks for around 10+ years of experience.

The role

A senior technical specialist role at a telecommunications company, responsible for R&D lab operations including configuring, designing, installing, maintaining laboratory equipment and laboratory networks, plus Lab-IT management and cybersecurity implementation. You will handle server infrastructure and network planning, allocate cloud resources for DevOps transformation and lab-to-cloud strategy, and support SW/HW/system integration and verification for delivery teams. Required skills include IP addressing, VLAN, routing & switching, installation/configuration and powering of network/telecom equipment, OS installation and security patch updates, ticket handling with SLA concepts, and CCNA (or equivalent). Location is Thiruporur, Tamil Nadu, India, with work mode not stated.

Full job description

Job Description

The R&D Lab Specialist configures, designs, installs, maintains, and handles R&D laboratory equipment and laboratory networks for the use of delivery teams. Procures, (budgets,) and integrates new products and solutions in the services laboratory. Ensures availability of laboratory equipment and maintains physical and environmental standards. Supports the integration, verification, testing, and modification of SW / HW / system components.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

Responsible for all activities related to Lab Operation, IT Management, Cyber Security, Server infrastructure, and Sustainability.Align and standardize lab infra management world-wide – Implementation of common tool and processes across all labsCloud infra: E.g. allocate needed resources in order to support DevOps transformation & Lab to Cloud strategy.Lab-IT management: Maintaining a server, network planning, coordination with IT for new network requests/modifications, outages, firewall adaptations…Cybersecurity implementation, monitoring, Vulnerability Management Program in order to comply with Cyber security requirement.Quality adherence: ESD and calibration. TL9000, ISO45000, 14000, 27000 and BCPDaily Lab support to all DU’s based through Ticketing system via SLA and ad hoc interventions for problem solvingCapex & Opex – Budget Consolidation, OptimizationEquipment Ordering, Shipment tracking, installation and registration.Lab Inventory Management, tracking utilization.Drive lab improvement program, innovation, tool enhancement.

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline10-12 years of experience in Networking & Telecom domainStrong understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, VLAN, routing & switching)Experience in installation, configuration, and powering of network/telecom equipmentWorking knowledge of OS installation and security patch updatesHands-on experience in ticket handling with understanding of SLA conceptsExposure to lab/network environment management including maintenance, backups, and restorationGood communication skills, positive attitude; CCNA or equivalent certification is an added advantage