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# IP Architect

- **Company:** Nokia
- **Location:** Coppell, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Network Operating System (NOS), Computer Networks, Data Centers, Linux, DevOps, Network Planning and Design, Open Source Technology, Network Switches, Scripting, Computer Network Technologies, Routing & Switching
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18161419?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18161419%2FIp-Architect-Texas-Dallas

## About the Role

* At least 10 years in various engineering roles and 5 years in customer facing roles
 * Experience with Linux, Scripting and DevOps Development
 * Expert Knowledge of switching and routing protocols
 * Expert Knowledge of WAN, Data Center Fabric, Data Center Interconnect architectures
 * Competence of the competitive vendor landscape
 * Driven, self-motivated, and a "take-ownership" attitude
 * Exceptional customer facing skills
 * Good listening, verbal, written, presentation and project management skills
 * Multifaceted and the ability to learn, adapt, and deliver quickly under pressure from many stakeholders
 * Ability to work hands on when required in a laboratory environment, both in customer labs and Nokia labs

It would be nice if you also had:

 * B.S. Degree in Computer Networking or similar or equivalent experience required
 * Optical and Wide Area Networking knowledge a plus
 * Experience with Open Source Network Operating Systems

## Description

* Work closely with Account teams and BU to develop and execute technical account strategies
 * Develop close technical working relationships with Customers and effectively promote solutions offered by Nokia
 * Provide BU feedback on Customer requirements to guide product direction and solutions alignment with customer business/network priorities
 * Develop deep understanding of Customer's business and application
 * Provide technical guidance and direction to Sales teams
 * Drive and manage RFI, RFP, Demos, POC, NPI, test plan creation, and network design
 * Develop tailored customer validation and simulation environments


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