Job Description

Job Category: Applied R&D
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Applied R&D (AR) consists of target-oriented research either with the goal of solving a particular problem / answering a specific question or for multi-discipline design, development, and implementation of hardware, software, and systems including maintenance support. Supplies techno-economic consulting to clients. AR work is characterised by its detailed and complex nature in order to systematically combine existing knowledge and practices to further developing and incrementally improving products, operational processes, and customer-specific feature development.
Integration, Verification & Testing (IVT) comprises the integration of SW and / or HW or system components into system, platform, product releases, or networks and verifies the integrated entity or network against particular requirements and specifications. Covers setup and maintenance of laboratory and associated equipment, tools, and devices.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test plans to ensure high-quality optical system features.
• Identify, report, and collaborate with architects and developers to resolve software defects.
• Automate test cases to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
• Perform regression testing across different configurations and network element (NE) interfaces like WebUI and TL1.
• Gain hands-on experience in troubleshooting complex optical networking issues.
• Work in a dynamic environment to enhance problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality improvements.
• Stay updated with the latest trends in optical transport and automation technologies.

Qualifications:
You have:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with WDM optical transport systems, including OTN and packet transport.
• Experience in testing/Software automation context.
• Proficiency in test automation, CAS, Python and Jenkins.
• Good knowledge of Selenium-based automation tools and frameworks is a must.

It would be nice if you had:

• Have academic background in communication and network systems.
• Skilled in reporting and using collaboration tools, like Jira.
• Knowledge of TL1 and Web based UI for network Elements.

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.
About the Team: The pandemic has highlighted how important telecoms networks are to society. Nokia's Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to bring more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise.