Head of CTO Strategy & Operations

Job Description

The team you'll be part of

Nokia Technologies is licensing Nokia intellectual property, including patents, technologies, and the Nokia brand, building on Nokia’s continued innovation and decades of R&D leadership in technologies deployed in virtually all connected devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!

The Technologies (TECH) CTO organization holds a critical role in the Nokia Technologies business group by spearheading the development and execution of its technology vision and strategy. Acting as the driving force behind the technological advancements within the business group, the CTO organization is responsible for conducting and directing research and development (R&D) activities and standardization efforts in various areas, including multimedia technologies, enabling the exploration of new frontiers and the creation of cutting-edge new solutions. Additionally, it extends its reach beyond the TECH business group steering R&D and standardization efforts funded by TECH in domains including wireless standardization. By actively engaging in these initiatives, the CTO organization ensures that Nokia Technologies remains at the forefront of technological innovation needed for its business. In essence, the CTO unit serves as the "product" engine for Nokia Technologies' business. It plays a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining technology roadmaps for the initiatives that TECH invests in, driving innovation and the creation of valuable technological assets. By consistently charting strategic technology directions, the CTO organization positions Nokia Technologies for long-term growth and success in the competitive market.

To achieve its objectives, the CTO organization maintains a close collaboration with the Nokia Strategy & Technology (S&T) unit and Nokia Bell Labs teams. This collaboration enables the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and insights, fostering an environment for technological breakthroughs and advancements. Moreover, the CTO organization actively engages with the CTOs and technical teams from other Nokia business groups, harnessing collective intelligence and driving cross-functional collaboration throughout the organization. The composition of the CTO organization is a diverse and talented group of technology experts, strategists, and engineers. With a global presence, they leverage their deep understanding of the industry landscape to accelerate value creation from Nokia's patent portfolio and R&D investments. By effectively translating research into actionable innovations, the CTO organization drives results and delivers tangible outcomes that contribute to Nokia Technologies' growth and market success.

Are you ready to lead the charge in shaping the future of technology? Join us as the Head of CTO Strategy & Operations for Nokia Technologies.

Responsibilities

What you will learn and contribute to

What makes this opportunity so exciting is our mission to pioneer groundbreaking advancements and create technological assets that define our industry. As the Head of CTO Strategy & Operations, you will take the helm of a dynamic team that spearheads the coordination and execution of TECH's technology vision and strategy development. You'll play a crucial role in creating and updating technology roadmaps, orchestrating open innovation investments, and scouting for new cutting-edge technologies to drive our business forward.

Your responsibilities will encompass the coordination of day-to-day operations within the CTO organization, both internally and externally with Nokia. You will also serve as the owner of planning the annual cadence of our activities, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with our strategic objectives. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate closely with our S&T unit and Nokia Bell Labs teams, as well as engage with CTOs and technical experts from other Nokia business groups. You'll have the chance to work alongside top talent worldwide, fostering a culture of innovation throughout the company.

A representative list, but not exhaustive, of the main responsibility areas include:

• Coordinating TECH technology vision and innovation strategy development
• Managing research collaboration within TECH and with other Nokia units, especially S&T and Nokia Bell Laboratories
• Coordinating the collaboration between CTO organization and Patenting and Licensing units, especially in patent and technology portfolio assessment and development based on TECH business needs
• Setting, tracking and reporting TECH CTO goals centrally
• Acting as an interface to the TECH Chief Strategy & Operations Office (CSOO) especially in finances and budgeting
• Planning and tracking R&D investments and resources including open innovation activities
• Creating and maintaining technology roadmaps, not only in TECH’s core areas of wireless and Multimedia technologies, but also in relevant adjacent technologies (chipset, AI etc.)
• Building and -in due time- also renewing a world-class team
• The post holder will be a team leader in a global team of top technology and business development experts, so we are looking for someone with excellent leadership skills/potential. The team fosters close collaboration with the rest of TECH as well as Nokia R&D, promoting a culture of innovation in the company. The main interfaces of the post holder are within TECH CSOO Strategy, Strategy and Technology unit, Nokia Bell Labs, and Nokia’s business groups Mobile Networks, Cloud & Network Services and Network Infrastructure.
  
  

Required Skills

Your skills and experience

• Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Physics/Mathematics preferred
• Additional MBA or consulting experience (McKinsey, BCG, Bain) highly desirable
• Proven leadership experience with a broad business background
• Proven track record in creating technology strategies and managing technology R&D investments and portfolios
• Experience in M&A of technology assets and businesses and/or in technology scouting
• Experience in technology R&D for mobile or other consumer devices highly desirable
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to understand the intersection of technology and business
• Innovator with a successful track record in driving technology transfers from research to product development
• Excellent project management skills across organizations and innovation management experience
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels
• Participatory leader and a team player with a talent for attracting and building world-class teams
• Willingness to travel globally, especially to North America and Finland
  
  

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of technology. Join us on this journey as we push boundaries, shape industries, and unlock the full potential of Nokia Technologies. Together, let's redefine what's possible in the world of technology.

About Us

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.