Junior C++ Software Engineer
Junior C++ Software Engineer
Junior C++ Software Engineer
Junior C++ Software Engineer
Nokia Corporation
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Nürnberg
- Art der Beschäftigung: Vollzeit
- 40.500 € – 60.000 € (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort
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Junior C++ Software Engineer
Über diesen Job
You will be an integral part of the software organization that develops the embedded software for large-scale optical telecommunication systems. To support the needs of our customers we operate complex ASICs and FPGAs, run software in an embedded computer network of multicore CPUs, provide board support packages and carrier-grade application code, and maintain a CI/CD pipeline.
We empower our engineers to be proactive problem-solvers: If you identify a bottleneck or a potential system improvement, you are encouraged to bring it forward and learn how to contribute to its resolution. In this role, you will utilize AI-driven Development Life Cycle (DLC) tools in your daily workflow. By leveraging advanced AI coding assistants and LLM-based utilities, we automate boilerplate tasks, accelerate unit test generation, and enhance code analysis. We want our engineers focused on high-level architecture and complex logic while utilizing the latest tooling to streamline execution.
Your responsibilities
- Develop & Implement: Develop and maintain high-performance embedded applications for Intel and ARM architectures using Modern C++.
- Learn & Apply: Understand and apply STL, Boost, and asynchronous programming concepts to solve concurrency challenges under guidance.
- Quality Contribution: Assist in writing and executing unit, E2E, and stress tests to ensure robustness.
- Collaborate & Learn: Participate in code reviews and contribute to team design discussions in a global environment.
Your skills and experience
- Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, and 0–2 years of relevant professional experience.
- C++ Expertise: Strong C/C++ and object-oriented programming skills, with knowledge of inter-process communication, multi-threading, and data structures.
- Continuous Learning: Enthusiasm for Modern C++ standards and keeping up with emerging industry developments.
- Development Tools: Working knowledge of Git, Python, and GTest.
- Domain Knowledge: Experience in embedded software development, testing and debugging across hardware-software interfaces. Interest in learning WDM, OTN, and optical networking technologies.
- Teamwork & Communication: Effective English communication skills and the ability to collaborate successfully within a team environment.
It would be nice if you also had:
- An academic project or internship experience in telecommunications (L0-L3 transport technologies).
- Fluency in German or willingness to learn.
About the Team
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
- Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
Our recruitment process
We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our 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.
If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.
At Nokia, we want every candidate to be able to perform their best. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know. All requests are treated confidentially.
Job Info
- Job Category Applied R&D
- Posting Date 10/21/2026, 12:00 AM
- Degree Level Bachelor’s degree
- Job Schedule Full time
- Job Type Graduate/Entry Level
- Job Identification 40958
- Will NSA/CAPS approval be required? (E.g., accessing a US Customer Network?) No
- Role Type Individual contributor
- Laptop - support with ordering needed Yes
- Experience level Graduate or Entry Level
- Locations Thurn-und-Taxis-Str. 10, Nuremberg, 90411, DE (Vor Ort)
- Regular or Temporary Regular
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