Hi Mr. András, if you had 1 tip for an AI/ML student moving into telecom SWE, what would it be?
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I'm Neehanth. I come from an academic background with ML/AI projects, but I'm eager to understand what software engineering looks like in a telecom context.
Neehanth Reddy M. asked a question to András L.
Category: Career Advice
Date asked: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Last reviewed: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
András L.
Hi,
My primary advice for an AI/ML student entering telecom is to always view AI as a means to an end – a sophisticated tool to solve complex problems and ultimately benefit people, rather than the ultimate goal itself. Prioritize understanding the core telecom engineering challenges and how your AI expertise can be strategically applied to optimize networks, predict issues, and automate operations. Nokia is a leader in integrating AI across its diverse portfolio, providing a wealth of opportunities to make a tangible impact in a dynamic industry. Embrace this mindset, and you'll find countless ways to innovate and contribute meaningfully.
Good luck, best regards,
LA
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Neehanth Reddy M.
Thank you, Mr. András - great advice: I’ll focus on mastering telecom fundamentals first and use AI only where it measurably improves network performance and operations.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026