Senior Wi-Fi Standardization Researcher and Delegate

You will be responsible to define and shape your research agenda under the guidance of some of the top experts in the industry, develop innovations with other members of the Wi-Fi CoE, draft contributions and present these ideas in IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance. You can also contribute to the development of our industry leading system and link simulation platforms. You use your experience in academia and/or adjacent standardization organizations like 3GPP to transfer and adapt promising ideas to IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance. Your responsibilities: - Become a key contributor to Nokia’s IEEE 802.11 and/or Wi-Fi Alliance delegation. - Develop novel concepts for the Wi-Fi 9 era. Evaluate and promote your concepts in IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance. - Collaborate with other companies in IEEE 802.11 and Wi-Fi Alliance to make the next generation Wi-Fi standard a success. Your skills and experience: - PhD in EE, CS, Physics, or similar, or MS degree and 5+ years of experience as Wi-Fi standardization delegate, development of Wi-Fi link and/or system simulators, or extensive standardization experience (IEEE 802.11, Wi-Fi Alliance or 3GPP). - Strong working knowledge of Wi-Fi up to 802.11bn. - Proven track record of innovations and contributions to wireless standards. - Deep knowledge of how to apply AI/ML in PHY and MAC layer. - Experience in the use of link and simulation tools. - Enthusiasm for Wi-Fi technology; open-mindedness and curiosity. - Excellent communication skills and a track record of working with product lines. - Good understanding of agentic workflows. 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 for all employees. - Well-being programs to support mental and physical health. - Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs). - Employee Growth Solutions for personalized career and skills development. - Easy access to a diverse pool of coaches and mentors. - A learning environment that promotes personal growth and professional development, for your role and beyond. Learn about additional benefits in specific countries. 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. We act inclusively and respect people’s uniqueness. 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. Recruitment length may vary depending on the role’s requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience. At Nokia, we want every candidate to be able to perform their best. If you need adjustments or support during recruitment, please let us know. All requests are treated confidentially. Salary range: $159,000.00–$296,000.00, plus potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles. This is a regular, full-time individual-contributor role. No NSA/CAPS approval is required.