Senior Wi-Fi Standardization Researcher and Delegate

Nokia • Dallas, TX

3d • $159,000 - $296,000

About The Position

Define and shape a research agenda under the guidance of industry experts, develop innovations with members of the Wi-Fi Center of Excellence, and draft and present contributions to IEEE 802.11 and the Wi-Fi Alliance. Contribute to Nokia’s system and link simulation platforms. Apply experience from academia or adjacent standardization organizations, such as 3GPP, to transfer and adapt promising ideas to IEEE 802.11 and the Wi-Fi Alliance.

Requirements

• PhD in EE, CS, Physics, or a similar field; alternatively, an MS degree and 5+ years of experience as a Wi-Fi standardization delegate, developing Wi-Fi link and/or system simulators, or extensive standardization experience in IEEE 802.11, the 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 applying AI/ML in PHY and MAC layers.
• Experience using link and simulation tools.
• Enthusiasm for Wi-Fi technology, with an open-minded and curious approach.
• Excellent communication skills and a track record of working with product lines.
• Good understanding of agentic workflows.

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 and evaluate and promote them in IEEE 802.11 and the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• Collaborate with other companies in IEEE 802.11 and the Wi-Fi Alliance to support the success of the next-generation Wi-Fi standard.
• Draft and present contributions in IEEE 802.11 and the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• Contribute to the development of system and link simulation platforms.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes.
• At least 90 days of maternity and paternity leave, with an option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child, subject to eligibility.
• Life insurance for all employees.
• Well-being programs supporting 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.
• Access to coaches and mentors.
• A learning environment promoting personal growth and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree