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R&D Backend Software Architect

NOKIA
US Annual Base Salary Range*: USD 105,488.37 - 195,906.98 USD *Plus, potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles.
remote work
United States, Maryland, Annapolis Junction
9005 Junction Drive (Show on map)
Oct 07, 2025

Join our dynamic R&D team focused on Optical Systems and Networking, where your expertise as a Software Architect will drive advancements in subsea communications. Enjoy a hybrid working environment that combines the flexibility of remote work with in-person collaboration in our state-of-the-art lab, equipped with cutting-edge communications and next-gen R&D technologies. You'll partner with a diverse group, including DSP engineers and systems experts, to enhance our backend infrastructure software, impacting customer commissioning tools and cloud-based solutions. Your contributions will empower innovative tools for simulations and design, fostering a highly creative atmosphere. We value self-motivation and encourage pioneering ideas that shape the future of global connectivity. In return for your commitment, you'll gain a sense of achievement by directly influencing significant projects and enjoy a supportive culture that celebrates innovation.


  • You will design and implement high availability scripting solutions with advanced intellisense for enhanced user experience.
  • You will enhance system logging to simplify customer issue resolution and streamline support processes effectively.
  • You will develop tools to analyze customer logs, enabling proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
  • You will improve the robustness of SSH connectivity, ensuring secure and seamless access for our global clientele.
  • You will collaborate with a team of innovative professionals to create cutting-edge subsea communication infrastructures.
  • You will collaborate with a team of innovative professionals to create cutting-edge subsea communication infrastructures.
  • You will leverage GPU resources to drive performance improvements and optimize computational efficiency in applications.
  • You will engage with customers to understand their needs, translating feedback into impactful product enhancements.
  • You will have the opportunity to lead initiatives that shape the future of subsea communication technologies within the industry.
  • Proficiency in .NET (VB.NET, C#)
  • Experience with gRPC for service communication
  • Strong database management skills
  • API development and integration expertise
  • Knowledge of security protocols and practices
  • User management implementation experience
  • Familiarity with high-availability (HA) clusters

It would be nice if you also had:

  • Experience in optical communication technologies

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.
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