Nokia

Multinational company dealing with the whole spectrum of Communication Service Providers allows to work in various technology areas (radio, core networks, systems integration).

Roles related to direct customer projects (like in SI) give a lot of opportunities for professional growth when one seeks responsibility. After some years of work, one may have a substantial portfolio of projects done for operators in various countries.

On the product side, a range of innovative products in several Telco domains allows for work with cutting-edge technology.

Direct (local) line management has a good attitude towards employees' daily matters, which supports work/life balance.

There's great team spirit on the working level, where engagement in order to deliver to commitment is clearly visible.

Becoming a bit too unstable; a lot of subsequent reorganizations don't give time to 'settle down' after a change. One has to like a hectic environment to enjoy working @NSN.

Good plans for competence development are often killed by cost factors.

Off-shoring is not the recipe to everything. There should be balance between local and 'low cost' units; retaining talent is crucial.