Optical System Architect
Pubblicato il 15-09-2026 - Nokia in Lecce
Overview In this role you will define and shape the next generation of optical networking solutions for Nokia. You will lead architecture and design of DWDM/OTN systems, translating market needs into concrete requirements. You’ll work with systems, software, hardware, verification, and documentation teams to drive concepts to production-ready solutions for carrier-grade networks.
The position blends strategic thinking with hands-on architecture work, offering meaningful impact on scalable, high-performance networks. You’ll operate in a cross-functional, global environment that values collaboration and innovation.
Responsabilità
- Lead the architecture and design of advanced DWDM communication systems
- Translate customer and market needs into system, functional, and UI requirements
- Collaborate with Systems Architects, Systems Engineers, Software Development, Test Engineering, and Technical Documentation teams
- Drive solutions from concept through implementation
- Develop and maintain high-quality architectural documentation and requirements specifications
- Collaborate with product line management to translate requirements into architecture and technical specs
- Guide cross-functional teams in evaluating new feature requests and assessing feasibility
- Review and provide guidance for customer-facing documentation to ensure alignment with product architecture and workflows
Requisiti fondamentali
- Strong expertise in optical networking technologies and standards (DWDM, OTN, equipment management, network provisioning, infrastructure, power, and facility management)
- Experience defining and managing system requirements for Fault, Configuration, Performance, and Equipment Management in carrier-grade, multi-layer products
- Experience translating business, customer, and operational requirements into clear architectures andSpecifications
- Familiarity with CLI, YANG data models, model-driven management frameworks
- Experience with AI-assisted engineering tools, AI-SDLC processes, and Agile environments
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; ability to communicate across technical and non-technical audiences
- Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work across cross-functional, global teams
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant tech fields
- Minimum 10 years in telecommunications/networking; at least 5 years in Optical Transport Systems Architecture
- Excellent communication
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Presentation skills
- DWDM
- OTN
- equipment management