CDS Technical Lead

As a CDS Technical Leader at Nokia, you will lead a dynamic team of 15-20 engineers in delivering innovative telecommunications solutions. Your role involves driving project management excellence, mentoring talent, and fostering a culture of collaboration. You will manage vendor relationships, oversee large-scale implementation projects, and build strong partnerships with stakeholders.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Drive and support a team of 15-20 professionals, driving people management, delivery excellence, and stakeholder engagement.
• Recruit, mentor, and inspire talent while fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation.
• Set clear priorities, provide feedback through performance appraisals, and guide career development.
• Oversee vendor and partner relationships to ensure seamless Nokia service deliveries.
• Manage challenging projects end-to-end, ensuring on-time, within-budget, and high-quality outcomes.
• Build partnerships with stakeholders and customers while driving process improvements for efficiency and impact.

Qualifications

You have:

• Bachelors degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years experience managing large-scale telecommunications implementation projects.
• Knowledge of Nokia product suite (Orchestration/Flowone/NORC/ CDPA/CDFF/ CSC/RSC) or similar OSS/BSS platforms.
• Proven ability to mentor, motivate, and develop high-performing teams in a collaborative setting.
• Expertise in project management methodologies, tools, and multitasking in fast-paced environments.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Knowledge of 5G Slicing, 5G SA/NSA networks, IP/MPLS, Optics, PACO, IMS, VoLTE, NFV/SDN, and Fixed networks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; adept at engaging with teams, leadership, vendors, and customers.
• Skilled in negotiation and conflict management to drive positive outcomes.
• Ability to shape strategic plans, assess emerging technologies, and align telecom initiatives with business goals and market trends.