As Nokia's growth engine, we create value for communication service providers and enterprise customers by leading the transition to cloud-native software and as-a-service delivery models. Our inclusive team of dreamers, doers and disruptors push the limits from impossible to possible.
The vLab in MI OPS COSI Universal Lab organization is responsible for building, maintaining and evolving the cloud-based common infrastructure required to enable the strategic products to be delivered on a common software platform.
Our team provides CN and AN Org's with common platforms, cloud resources to the R&D community for testing of virtualized or containerized applications, standardization & commonality across business units and operational efficiencies across the DevOps tools, systems and infrastructure.
Are you passionate about solving problems?
As part of our team, you will:
- Work in team and as individual lead engineer that prepares and manages new networking architectures for cloud environments
- Support growth and integration of cloud infrastructures
- Verify and provide solutions for issues in cloud laboratories, identified within network architectures
- Monitor and plan upgrades for VLAB network architecture
You have:
- Knowledge of dynamic routing technologies used for cloud data centers
- Experience in management of L3 network architectures (Spine/Leaf)
- Base programming skills to automate network configurations
- Base linux skills
- English on B2 level
It would be nice if you also had:
- Experience in cloud-based platforms
- Network monitoring and management tools (eg.: Netbox, LibreNMS, Zabbix)
- Knowledge about networking for Openshift/Openstacks/KVM/VmWare Virtualization
- Good communications and organizational skills
- Ambition to identify and implement improvements, procedures & documentation to support a continuous improvement environment
- Knowledge of SDN platforms (VMware NSX / Nuage VSP)
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.
Our recruitment process
We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our 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.
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.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.
- 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
- Knowledge of dynamic routing technologies used for cloud data centers
- Experience in management of L3 network architectures (Spine/Leaf)
- Base programming skills to automate network configurations
- Base linux skills
- English on B2 level
- Experience in cloud-based platforms
- Network monitoring and management tools (Netbox, LibreNMS, Zabbix)
- Knowledge about networking for OpenShift/OpenStack/KVM/VMware virtualization
- Good communications and organizational skills
- Ambition to identify and implement improvements, procedures & documentation
- Knowledge of SDN platforms (VMware NSX / Nuage VSP)
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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What We Do
At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a trusted partner for critical networks, we are committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. We create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs. Adhering to the highest standards of integrity and security, we help build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable and inclusive world.
