Chief Architect, Connectivity

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Chief Architect, Connectivity

Company

Kone

Job description

KONE Technology and Innovation Unit (KTI) is where the magic happens at KONE. It’s where we combine the physical world – escalators and elevators – with smart and connected digital systems. We are changing and improving the way billions of people move within buildings every day. We are on a mission to expand and develop new digital solutions that are based on emerging technologies.KONE R&D brings together top talent from different disciplines into an industry-leading product and technology organization. We thrive in solving complex customer challenges, connecting legacy with the latest technologies across hardware and software engineering. In fact, roughly half of our R&D roles are in software. Agile ways of working mean that we are better able to meet our customers’ rapidly evolving needs for speed and innovation, in a global environment.R&D unit in KTI is responsible for developing digital services at KONE. It’s the development engine for our Digital Services such as , andOur common goal at KONE is to keep the end users safe and people flow uninterrupted. KONE moves 2 billion people every day and that means our services can really make cities better places to live.We are now looking for aChief Architect, ConnectivityJoin KONE’s global R&D team as the Chief Architect in connectivity, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our connected elevator and escalator systems. As our most senior technical expert, you will ensure seamless, reliable, and cost-effective connectivity between edge devices and the cloud, delivering scalable solutions that meet the diverse needs of our customer segments.You can be located either in Espoo, Finland or Hyvinkää, Finland. There’s possibility to work remotely few days a week.We are not a telecom company, but seamless integration of telecom equipment is essential to our operations. In this role, you will leverage your knowledge across the connectivity stack, from the physical layer to the presentation layer. Your expertise in 4G and 5G technologies, along with your keen interest in emerging technologies, will be crucial. Additionally, some familiarity with analog telecom lines and good skills on internet-based communication would be a benefit.You will collaborate with a wide range of experts and leaders, ensuring that our systems operate smoothly from a connectivity perspective. While your primary focus will be on technical excellence, you will also join in negotiations with our partner carriers.Main Responsibilities-Technical Leadership: Lead the technical design of connectivity systems for elevators and escalators, ensuring seamless integration between edge devices and cloud services.-Telecommunication Expertise: Serve as the go-to expert on 4G, 5G, and emerging telecommunication technologies.-Network Communication: Architect, select, and manage communication protocols over cellular and wired networks to deliver cost-effective, high-quality systems.-Innovation and Upgradation: Stay updated with the latest advancements in telecommunication technologies and implement upgrades to enhance system performance.-Vendor and Operator Selection: Drive the evaluation and selection of telecom operators for our IoT needs, considering both technical and commercial aspects.-Troubleshooting and Commissioning: Actively troubleshoot and resolve customer issues, learn from these experiences, and roadmap improvements for new products to enhance usability and ease of installation.-Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, product management, and customer service, to ensure success.-Documentation and Compliance: Ensure all connectivity systems comply with industry standards and regulations.In order to be successful in this role-Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of telecommunication systems, and other external communication systems. Ideally you have some experience on both software and hardware side.-Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues.-Innovation: Ability to stay abreast of technological advancements and implement innovative solutions.-Background in technology companies working with large-scale agile product development.-Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders and document technical processes.-Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide and mentor junior team members and manage subcontractors even if they don’t report to you.-Commercial Acumen: Some understanding of commercial aspects related to telecommunication, including vendor and operator selection.What can we offer you?By joining our team, you will get into a fully global environment with a real purpose. We work according to Agile principles and follow scrum in our practices. This position also provides individual learning opportunities in a truly global environment. We have a relaxed atmosphere where respect for the individual is of high importance. We emphasize working together in teams and understand that proper work-life balance is important to deliver results in the long run.Want to join the #PeopleFlow?If you think this could be your next inspiring challenge, please submit your application as soon as possible via our Careers-site latest by April 21st, 2025#LI-KTI#LI-HybridAt KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.Read more on

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Location

Espoo, Helsinki

Job date

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:36:26 GMT

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