Hardware Design Engineer

NOKIA
US Annual Base Salary Range $ 88,200.00 - 163,800.00 *Plus, potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles
life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, New York, New York
171 Madison Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 14, 2025
Are you a passionate Hardware Design Engineer with a knack for lab work and a thirst for knowledge? Our team, at the forefront of designing and developing highly integrated System-on-Chip optical engines for Telecom, Data Center, and Networking applications, is seeking a skilled individual to contribute to the development of cutting-edge hardware test boards and platforms. If you enjoy characterizing and testing very high-speed electro-optical devices and thrive in a dynamic R&D and manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of optical networking. Design and develop hardware test boards for characterizing and testing high-speed electro-optical devices. Develop test platforms for both R&D and manufacturing purposes. Conduct laboratory testing and characterization of electro-optical devices. Contribute to the design and development of System-on-Chip optical engines for telecom, data center, and networking applications. Demonstrate a willingness to learn and expand existing skillsets. You have : Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or a related field, 2 years of related experience RF and electronic board design skills including schematic capture and PCB layout DC level analog design and debugging skills Laboratory experience with high speed RF measurement equipment Experience building and debugging complicated test systems Ability to independently interface with vendors and other third parties It would be nice if you also had: Graduate degree in electrical engineering, or related field, or 3+ years of relevant work experience. Prior experience with optical modules and/or high speed electronics. Experience developing software in Python, MATLAB, or C++ , Lab experience working with optical components and instruments Theoretical understanding of coherent optical communication systems Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work What we offer Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's 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. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed. Additional Information US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to: Corporate Retirement Savings Plan Health and dental benefits Short-term disability, and long-term disability Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Paid time off for holidays and Vacation Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Plan Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program The above benefits exclude students. Disclaimer for US/Canada Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.( Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role) All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.