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Senior Hardware Manager

NOKIA
US Salary Range USD 159,727.27 - USD 296,636.36 *Plus potential Variable Compensation for Eligible roles
life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, California, San Jose
6373 San Ignacio Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 30, 2025
As a Senior Hardware Manager at Nokia's San Jose location, you will guide a dynamic team of electrical and mechanical engineers dedicated to developing and designing high-speed telecom boards. Your role is pivotal in bringing innovative products from concept to production, ensuring our telecommunications solutions meet market demands. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you'll drive projects that encompass product development, sustainable engineering for existing products, and cutting-edge technology research. The work environment fosters creativity and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on hands-on guidance. You'll actively engage in guiding hardware design and thermal solutions, making a tangible impact on our product lineup. If you thrive in a fast-paced, supportive atmosphere where your expertise shapes the future of telecommunications, we want to hear from you! Guide and manage the daily activities of a high-performing team of Board designers, mechanical and thermal engineers in the design of high-speed telecommunications products. Drive the design, testing, validation, and production release of Chassis and Printed Circuit Boards, ensuring alignment with industry standards. Provide hands-on technical guide in hardware development, including schematic capture, layout, and Engineering Design Verification Testing (EDVT). Collaborate with cross-functional teams (SW, FW, SDVT, MFG, Optical) to define product features based on mechanical, electrical, and thermal trade-offs. Implement cooling solutions for high-powered, densely packed circuit boards, leveraging expertise in thermal design and engineering. Oversee ODM vendor collaboration for design schematic reviews and guidance during the development process. Supports product lifecycle from concept through pre- and post-production release, ensuring smooth transitions and quality outcomes. Mentor and develop team members, focusing on hiring, coaching, and establishing development goals for sustained team growth. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred 10+ years of experience in hardware management and team leadership Strong understanding of high-speed Ethernet standards and OTN Proficient in thermal design for high-powered, densely packed circuit packs Hands-on experience with board design tools like Cadence and CREO It would be nice if you also had: Experience with ARM-based processors and FPGAs Knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly design rules Familiarity with NEBS, ETSI, and ANSI standards 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. 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