SW QA Engineer 2
Nokia · Posted Oct 26
Mobile and fixed network infrastructure, IP routing, cloud, and telecommunications technology services
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About the role
The role sits within Nokia's optical networking organization, focused on next-generation optical networking solutions including Optical DWDM equipment and protocols such as OTN, GBE, DWDM, and NBI interfaces (YANG, NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC), along with system security. The team works on cutting-edge optical technologies in a collaborative environment with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and impact. This QA engineer will design and implement comprehensive test strategies and automation frameworks, performing both manual and automated testing while driving continuous integration and execution for faster, high-quality releases.
What you will do
- Contribute to the development of comprehensive test plans for Layer 0 (DWDM) and Layer 1 (OTN, Ethernet) across Long Haul, DCI, and Metro optical systems
- Execute protocol-based testing across L0 and L1 features, including (but not limited to) FCAPS, NBI automation, and system security
- Participate actively in the system development lifecycle by understanding requirements and translating them into detailed, effective test plans
- Support the evaluation and qualification of next-generation operating systems aligned with modern architectures such as microservices and containerization
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to prioritize test scenarios based on customer needs and enable faster feature delivery
- Design and implement automated test scenarios using standard programming tools to enable scalable, repeatable test execution
- Drive continuous testing practices to strengthen system reliability and product quality
- Take ownership of product qualification deliverables, demonstrating accountability and a proactive, self-driven approach
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in ECE, Computer Science, or EEE with strong academic performance, along with 3+ years of experience in embedded optical network element system testing (OTN, Ethernet, GMPLS, DWDM, NBI interfaces such as CLI, NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC, and system security)
- Proficiency in test planning, execution, and defect tracking using standard configuration and test management tools
- Strong programming skills in Python (or a similar language) for developing and maintaining test automation frameworks
- Hands-on experience with NBI interfaces (CLI, NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC) in embedded system environments
Preferred qualifications
- Understanding of system control plane concepts and working knowledge of L2/L3 networking products is an added advantage
- Familiarity with testing microservices and container-based applications, along with experience in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Git
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Nokia
Nokia Corporation is a multinational telecommunications, information technology, and network equipment provider that delivers critical infrastructure solutions across mobile, fixed, and cloud networks. Known for its historical roots and ongoing global presence in connectivity, the company enables advanced network automation, AI-optimized data center infrastructure, and 5G/6G technology for communications service providers and enterprises worldwide.
- Industry
- Telecommunications
- Company size
- 78005 employees
- Founded
- 1865-05-12
- Location
- Espoo, Finland
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology and AI Officer
President of Network Infrastructure
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