[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Nokia jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nokia/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Nokia · Portugal # System Design Engineer Portugal Hybrid Design Listed on Nokia’s official careers site. Posted October 8, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Nokia’s careers site →](https://fa-evmr-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/40881) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Nokia](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nokia/) / System Design Engineer ## Job description This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of carrier networking environments by developing cutting-edge, optimized solutions that drive efficiency and performance for our customers worldwide. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product Line Management (PLM), Sales, Optical Engineering, and Software Engineering, directly contributing to Nokia's strategic vision. ## Responsibilities As a Network Planning Engineer, you will: Solution Design: Drive the development of comprehensive network designs and optimization strategies in response to critical Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) initiatives. ### Technical Authority Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for network planning, providing guidance and support during network planning, implementation, and deployment phases. ### Technology Evaluation Conduct in-depth research and analysis of vendor and internal technical specifications to recommend appropriate products and functionalities that align with evolving network requirements. ### Architectural Innovation Leverage expertise in network transition strategies to recommend optimal architectural designs for new products and platforms. ### Strategic Analysis Perform rigorous analysis of network designs and assess the economic impact of various roadmap candidate features to construct compelling business cases. ### Enablement & Automation Develop advanced tools and methodologies to empower sales engineers in efficiently designing and optimizing network solutions for diverse customer needs. ### Economic & Technology Foresight Conduct economic analyses of diverse networking architectural approaches and models, while also evaluating the applicability and potential of emerging networking technologies. ## Qualifications ### Education Master’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or Physics is required. A PhD degree is preferred. ### Industry Experience 5+ years of relevant experience in network planning, optimization or architecture. 3+ years of hands-on experience with 3rd party network design tools (OPNET, VPISystems, RSoft etc.) is desirable. ### Carrier Network Knowledge Proven working knowledge of carrier-class networking architecture and systems, including deep understanding of technologies such as WDM, IP/MPLS/GMPLS/Ethernet. ### Functional Background functional experience within either sales engineering or product management. ### Scripting Proficiency experience in scripting (Excel, MATLAB, Python, etc.) for automation and data analysis. ### Technical Skills (Must-Have) Optical Engineering: Expertise in Optical Link Budget Engineering and advanced modeling of optical network performance, including Non-Linear simulation and analysis. ### Capacity Planning Knowledge of Capacity Planning optimization and Layer 1 networking principles. ### Scripting Excellent scripting capabilities, advanced Excel proficiency, and SQL experience. ### Standards & Trends Familiarity with current industry standards and emerging trends in telecommunications. ### Technical Skills (Desirable) DWDM Systems: Prior experience in Provisioning, Installation, and Testing of DWDM systems. ### Programming Languages Familiarity with Relational Databases, Perl, C++, Java, Visual Basic,.NET, etc. Knowledge of Nokia’s platforms and planning tools (1830PSS/WS-P or 1830GX/TNPS) is a big plus. ### Soft Skills Autonomy & Collaboration: Proven ability to work independently and with remote and global teams. ### Problem-Solving Exceptional problem definition and problem-solving skills, coupled with sound judgment. ### Analytical Acumen Strong analytical capabilities to dissect complex problems and derive actionable insights. ### Communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences. ### Agility & Prioritization Attention to detail and ability to rapidly prioritize tasks and deliver timely responses to internal and external stakeholders. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 8, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 12 days - Location: Portugal - Work arrangement: Hybrid[Apply on Nokia’s careers site →](https://fa-evmr-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/40881) ## More jobs at Nokia ### [Lab IT Compute Architect / Solution Designer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nokia/jobs/5ec3f4cc8aa9ce23fff0/) Portugal ### [Lab IT Network Architect / Solution Designer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nokia/jobs/e1864a0ce4ec4b5fa101/) Portugal ### [AI & Business Process Transformation Trainee](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nokia/jobs/05393fe3e40282dd4007/) Portugal ### [Analytics Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nokia/jobs/56212b8cc729d3d8a0aa/) Portugal ### [Business Security Partner for the Business Functions](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nokia/jobs/58ba0a3904a4f4e99de5/) Portugal ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [System Design Engineer - Memory System](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/3c2f5f62d1ed5c94440e/) Sandisk ### [Senior Engineer, System Design Engineering (Memory System)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/8a8872881a7232e9f85a/) Sandisk ### [Microcontroller Sub-System Design Engineer/ Staff Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/3b9f0288b42e88f087d2/) Qualcomm · Cork, Ireland ### [Senior System Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/f65a8d9e06c61108d445/) Siemens ### [System Design Engineer - Power Conversion](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/de8e8a4a34484c06306d/) Hitachi · Madrid, MD, Spain OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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