Solution Architect NSI

Nokia invests in technologies important in a world where billions of devices are connected. We are focused on three businesses: network infrastructure software, hardware and services, which we offer through Nokia Networks; location intelligence, which we provide through HERE; and advanced technology development and licensing, which we pursue through Nokia Technologies. Each of these businesses is a leader in its respective field. 

Through Networks, Nokia is the world’s specialist in mobile broadband. From the first ever call on GSM, to the first call on LTE, we operate at the forefront of each generation of mobile technology. Our global experts invent the new capabilities our customers need in their networks. We provide the world’s most efficient mobile networks, the intelligence to maximize the value of those networks, and the services to make it all work seamlessly.

General Purpose 

Senior Professional responsible for applying technical knowledge in translating client business requirements into a customer solution, in dedicated domain of competence. Will have an advanced understanding of Operator Business Drivers and technology. Able to apply advanced methodologies for the analysis and design of solutions.

Main Responsibility Area 

Creates solution architectures and provides technical leadership for junior Solution Architects in one or two technical areas. Captures and manages customer requirements using industry best practice.  Manages assignments independently. Defines and manages detailed architectural requirements for solution during delivery phase for large scale or high complexity projects. Works with senior technology leads and solution consultants internally and at partners to design solutions based on customer requirements. Acts as permanent consultant in limited competence area. Presents solution architecture & design to customer for verification and makes required adaptations. Acts as bridge between sales and delivery phase to identify and manage risks and ensure customer satisfaction.

Position Description 

As Solution Architect NSI (New Service Introduction) you are responsible for enabling of RSO and GSD resources in SI Core solutions (telco cloud voice, vEPC, etc.). You will be technically responsible for the focused Core solutions and work with the regional teams to support key and must win presales cases. Being also the technical expert for SI Core solutions you will contribute to the development of new solutions with special focus on cloud computing.
Key Responsibilities (with focus on telco cloud/vEPC):
- Enabling of RSO and GSD resources in new SI Core solution for presales and delivery
- Technical support of solution owners in setting up and verification of new SI Core solutions 
- Field support (architecture, consulting, engineering) for key and must win cases

Position Requirements 

Deep understanding of core network elements  like IMS, TAS, EPC, etc.
Preferable certification in VMware (ESXi 5.5 and VCloudDirector 5.5) and Juniper/Cisco
Implementation skills for  virtualization concepts e.g. VMware 5.5 or openStack Icehouse and SDN setups e.g. Juniper Contrail or openStack Neutron API.
Ability to design, plan and implement Telco Cloud  lab environments incl. E2E use cases
Willingness to enter new technology areas and design use cases
Create and build documentation and training concepts for other team members
Excellent understanding of networking and ability to capture and analyze any erroneous scenarios 
Hands on experience on standard data center HP c7000  and EMC storage infrastructure
Good presentation skills to share the experiences and lessons learned to other team members
Entrepreneurial spirit and sense of personal responsibility
Desire to learn new skills and new technologies
Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
High level of self-motivation and maturity
Team Player (in a virtual international team)
Able to work with minimal supervision
Creative and problem solving mind-set
Prioritization and project management techniques
Customer support oriented
Effective communication; internal and external
Fluent English is essential

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