5G NR & Wi-Fi 6 Convergence Development Engineer

We are seeking a talented engineer to drive the convergence of 5G NR and Wi‑Fi 6 technologies. In this role, you will design and implement software solutions that enable efficient and secure communication between these technologies in ad‑hoc settings. Your work will contribute to the development of a unified mesh networking layer, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance. Responsibilities Develop software for 5G NR sidelink and Wi‑Fi 6 ad‑hoc connectivity, treating wireless links as direct transport links. Implement 5G NR sidelink communication in Modes 1 and 2, enabling direct device-to-device communication. Support multi‑hop sidelink and Wi‑Fi ad‑hoc communication scenarios, ensuring dynamic resource pool management. Build a Layer 3 mesh networking layer over 5G NR and Wi‑Fi links, handling routing, mobility, and path selection. Develop interworking between sidelink modes and coordinate with ProSe functions for device discovery and coordination. Implement unified security mechanisms using EAP‑TLS for authentication across wireless domains. Design dynamic configuration management for distributed wireless nodes, supporting real‑time updates and synchronization. Work with 5G NR gNB and UE stack concepts, integrating sidelink procedures into the broader system architecture. Support mobility in dynamic wireless environments, optimizing routing for latency, reliability, and throughput. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science. 5+ years of experience in wireless networking, telecommunications, or distributed systems. Strong understanding of 5G NR sidelink, Wi‑Fi 6, and IEEE 802.11s technologies, especially in ad‑hoc modes. Familiarity with 3GPP standards, including 5G sidelink modes, ProSe, and dynamic resource allocation. Proficiency in C++, C, and Python for developing networking and distributed systems software. Experience with Linux development, Git version control, CI/CD pipelines, and build tools. Knowledge of IP networking, mesh networking, multi‑hop routing, and network performance optimization. Understanding of EAP‑TLS authentication, certificate‑based systems, and secure communications in wireless environments. Experience in debugging and troubleshooting distributed systems, especially in wireless networks. Familiarity with wireless simulation tools and private wireless or enterprise networking systems is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr NOKIA