A Customer Solution Architect will be responsible for RAN Optimization, or SON operations. A Solution Architect must possess a strong understanding of LTE/5G networks, KPIs, and hands-on experience with optimization tools and analytics, with excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for customer engagement and technical discussions.
How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn
- Act as the primary point of contact for customers in discussions related to network performance, optimization, and SON deployment.
- Translate customer requirements into actionable insights for internal engineering and product teams.
- Present performance reports, solution proposals, and SON optimization results to customer stakeholders.
- Supportpre-sales and post-sales engagements by demonstrating SON features, use cases, and value propositions.
- Analyze and interpret network KPIs to identify optimization opportunities and improve quality of service (QoS).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Network Engineering, Operations) to ensure end-to-end delivery of SON-enabled optimization solutions.
- Facilitate workshops, training, and technical presentations for customer teams.
- Ensure customer satisfaction through proactive communication, performance monitoring, and timely resolution of technical concerns.
Key Skills And Experience
You have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 14+ years of experience in Network Performance Optimization (NPO), RAN Optimization, or SON operations.
- Strong understanding of LTE / 5G radio networks, KPIs, and optimization techniques.
- Hands-on experience with SON platforms, optimization tools, and network analytics.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to manage customer relationships and lead technical discussions confidently.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
It would be nice if you had:
- Customer-focused with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to dynamic customer environments.
- Excellent documentation and reporting capabilities.
About Us
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 .
About The Business Group
Join Mobile Networks (MN) and help us become the trusted partner of choice for Communications Service Providers (CSPs), as well as for non-CSP entities in sectors like utilities, transportation, public services, and defense. Your work will contribute to delivering unbeatable customer experiences in wireless connectivity.
Our recruitment process
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About The Team
Some of our benefits:
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
- Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
