This newly created postion as Strategy and Technology CTO North America (NAM) you will ensure a compelling technical voice of Nokia for our customers and other regional stakeholders (e.g. regulators and analysts). Acting as the main point of contact for S&T Global Leadership team and a critical source of market and competitive insights this will draw on your experience in the NAM region in this very visible position both internally and externally. Overall you will position Nokia as Innovation powerhouse and thought leadership in the NAM region and championing S&T initiatives and architect of the major strategic projects in NAM. This is an individual contributor style role which reports to VP Technology Leadership, Strategy and Technology. 


 

Broad applied technology insights across the telecommunication domain and broader ecosystem (CSPs, Enterprise, hyperscalers) and other adjacent domainsA track record of working commercially with C-level and other decision makers within the NAM regionDetailed knowledge and experience of the North American telecom eco system working in a similar role beforeDegree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics/MathematicsAdditional MBA or consulting experience highly desirableIn depth and broad NAM business &  telecoms market knowledgeOutstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels working in similar size highly matrix style organization Proactive problem solverExcellent analytical mindset and ability to understand the intersection of technology and businessProven track record in creating technology strategies and managing technology R&D investments and portfolios within the telecommunication domain and broader ecosystem
 

We are looking for you that have

Broad applied technology insights across both the telecommunication domain (CSPs) and adjacent domains (enterprise, hyperscalers) within the NAM regionA track record of working commercially with C-level and other decision makers within our domain in a similar position within the NAM regionOutstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels

Responsibilities

Be the main North American SPOC for Global S&T leadership related to the market/regional stakeholders and customersActively evangelize new and upcoming product innovations to increase Nokia’s differentiation & mindshare in the region.Supporting Nokia corporate and BG strategy through deep understanding of our customers and local markets. Representing & prioritizing local/unique country requirements as well as consolidated regional requirements and technology themes/direction of the NAM region. Keep tab of “what is new & disruptive” in NAM.Support all BGs (NAM market) in collaboration with S&T Technology Leadership AdvisorsDevelop the long-term technology strategy for NAM based on BG strategies and Nokia’s Technology Strategy. This in collaboration with BG teams and S&T Technology Leadership Advisors.Evaluate the business potential that new innovations and technologies can have on their product portfolio, e.g., 6G, AI, Web 3.0 et alSetup and drive Proof of Concept engagements with our customers around potentially new technologiesCollaboration between Bell Labs and the internal Business Group / Business Lines communities, on various projects we are engaged in.Organize and support ‘CTO’ level engagement with key operators to align focus areas of research and priority of standards topics, and drive and strengthen collaboration for mutual success. Ensure 6G success in North America by actively engaging with applicable industry forums, alliances & local/global industry bodies.Support standardization efforts in relevant standardization organizations, Govt bodies, academia, ecosystem partners and various industry bodies. This in collaboration with S&T Nokia Standards.Maintain active contact with early stage/startup companies, investors, and the research community (Universities, labs, forums) in areas that are potentially of interest to Nokia.Evangelize in public forums on the long-term direction we believe the market and our portfolio will take.Track Competitive Intelligence and advise the S&T leadership team on technology trends. In-depth intelligence & analysis of Competition, Regulatory, Spectrum, Standards, Consultation Papers, O-RAN, Space, Industry verticals, Webscalers et alEnsure active contribution and collaboration with global stakeholders for the Nokia Tech Strategy and Technology VisionDriving and collaborating with Group Security on major security and regulatory topics related to customers and government authorities in NAM.Driving and supporting global strategic projects based on business needs across NAM.