As a Network Automation Solution Developer, you will validate Service Portals and ensure their reliability for leading telecom operators. Working with agile, cross-functional teams, you will develop and execute test strategies for orchestration, automation, and service assurance across IP/MPLS networks. You will leverage test automation tools, troubleshoot issues, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to continuous integration and delivery, helping deliver high-quality network automation solutions.
Responsibilities- Design and implement comprehensive end-to-end test strategies for Service Portals, focusing on performance and reliability.
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Robot Framework for regression, functional, and system testing.
- Validate complex IP/MPLS network topologies, ensuring thorough testing of orchestration and automation functionalities.
- Troubleshoot issues, conduct root cause analysis, and collaborate with developers to drive continuous improvement.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines by integrating automated testing within the release process.
- Review and assess product requirements and design documents to ensure they meet testability standards.
- Mentor junior QA engineers, providing guidance and participating in peer reviews to enhance team skills.
- Report on quality metrics, defect tracking, and performance validation to ensure high-quality product releases.
You have:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Telecommunications, IP Networking, or related field
- 10 years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in the telecom/networking domain.
- Proficiency in Robot Framework, Python/Java scripting, and test automation design patterns
- Strong understanding of IP and network virtualization concepts.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Familiarity with Nokia NSP architecture and service provisioning (e.g., L3VPN, TE tunnels)
- Experience with Linux-based environments, network emulators (e.g., IXIA, Spirent), and protocol analyzers (e.g., Wireshark)
- Excellent analytical, debugging, and documentation skills.
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Some of our benefits in India:
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
- Health and well-being support – medical insurance for you and your family, health check-ups, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, and employee resource groups
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
- Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
- Career growth & mobility – technical career paths, job rotations, international assignments, and relocation support
- Continuous learning – technical certifications, mentoring programs, coaching, and digital learning platforms
- Opportunities to innovate and contribute through Nokia’s research and development environment
- Recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
- Workplace support – ergonomic working support and mobile device programs based on eligibility
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Telecommunications, IP Networking, or related field
- 10 years of experience in software quality assurance with at least 2 years in the telecom/networking domain
- Proficiency in Robot Framework
- Proficiency in Python or Java scripting
- Experience with test automation design patterns
- Strong understanding of IP and network virtualization concepts
- Familiarity with Nokia NSP architecture and service provisioning (L3VPN, TE tunnels)
- Experience with Linux-based environments
- Experience with network emulators (IXIA, Spirent)
- Experience with protocol analyzers (Wireshark)
- Excellent analytical, debugging, and documentation skills
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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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