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Applied Software R&D Engineer

NOKIA
United States, Texas, Richardson
1225 Alma Road (Show on map)
Nov 11, 2026
This role is for a hands-on embedded software engineer focused on building the high-speed optical transport systems powering modern Data center Interconnect networks. You will be developing embedded software and firmware that links massive GPU clusters and data centers for ultra-low latency. Role Responsibilities Write real-time embedded software and firmware for optical transport systems. Own project from initial requirement through design, integration, and verification. Diagnose and resolve complex, system-level issues across software, hardware, optics, and FPGAs. Required Skills & Experience Extensive C and C++ development on RTOS based platforms. Deep understanding of timing-critical operations, interrupt-handling, low level drivers, and control firmware. Proven experience designing and integrating hardware interfaces and interprocessor communication mechanisms in multiprocessor systems. Experience with ARM architecture, hardware interactions, and FPGA/CPLD integration. Education and Experience 1-3 years of relevant industry experience with a bachelor's degree in science, Technology, or Engineering. Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we're advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Learn more about life at Nokia. Our recruitment process We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. If you're interested in this role but don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity. The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.