You will join the dynamic OPS Business Unit and become a pivotal member of our Laboratory Operations Team, dedicated to Common Services and Infrastructure (COSI). This exciting opportunity allows you to thrive in an ever-evolving laboratory environment, where your contributions will directly support critical innovation. As an integral part of this team, you will deliver excellence within a culture that champions innovation, openness, discipline, simplicity, accountability, and a profit mindset. We foster an atmosphere where openness, trust, and teamwork are not just encouraged, but are fundamental to our collective success and the achievement of our ambitious objectives. You will engage with cutting-edge challenges in a constantly changing laboratory landscape, ensuring our common services and infrastructure remain robust and future-ready.
We are looking for a Linux/Cloud Administrator to support our daily duties in Nokia Laboratories. In this job, you will be responsible for:
New installations and troubleshooting of Linux Virtual Machines hosted on our VMware, KVM and OpenStack platforms
Installation and maintenance of physical servers and workstations
You have:
- Experience with Linux systems and Cloud / Virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM and OpenStack), advanced Linux network configuration knowledge (VLAN tagging, network bridge, bonding modes), experience with TCP/IP troubleshooting,
- Practical knowledge of software stack used in OpenStack, (HAProxy/keepalived, Galera/MySQL, Apache, RabbitMQ/AMQP, Python Django) will be a plus
- Good scripting skills (i.e. Bash) and knowledge of automation software (i.e. Ansible), knowledge of GIT version control system will be a plus
- Practical knowledge of servers’ hardware and servers' maintenance
It would be nice if you also had:
- Analytical approach to problem solving with min. 2-year experience in Linux Administration
- Linux / Virtualization / Cloud certifications will be a plus
- Good English language skills, written and spoken, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn quickly and work under pressure.
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
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If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
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- Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance
- Health and well-being support – private medical care for you and your family, life insurance, mental health programs, and employee resource groups
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
- Meal and lifestyle perks – Lunch Pass (monthly meal subsidy), Nokia Social Fund (sport card, cinema tickets, loans)
- Volunteering – two paid days per year for community or charitable activities
- Career growth & mobility – technical career path, job rotation, and domestic relocation support
- Continuous learning – mentorship programs, digital learning platforms and tools
- Annual bonus – based on individual and company performance
- Pension scheme (PPE) – available after 36 months of continuous employment
- Car benefit – the eligibility for a company car is based on employee’s job grade
Skills Required
- Experience with Linux systems and Cloud / Virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM and OpenStack)
- Advanced Linux network configuration knowledge (VLAN tagging, network bridge, bonding modes)
- Experience with TCP/IP troubleshooting
- Good scripting skills (i.e. Bash)
- Knowledge of automation software (i.e. Ansible)
- Practical knowledge of software stack used in OpenStack (HAProxy/keepalived, Galera/MySQL, Apache, RabbitMQ/AMQP, Python Django)
- Practical knowledge of servers' hardware and servers' maintenance
- Analytical approach to problem solving with min. 2-year experience in Linux Administration
Nokia Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nokia and has not been reviewed or approved by Nokia.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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