R&D Specialist

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2 Locations
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Senior level
Software
The Role
Develop cloud-native infrastructure management capabilities for Nokia Cloud Operations Manager. Responsibilities include GitOps architecture, OpenShift and Kubernetes lifecycle automation, distributed systems and microservices development, container security and orchestration, AI-enhanced CI/CD workflows, and troubleshooting Go-based services. The role collaborates across teams to improve reliability, scalability, and automation for telecom operators worldwide.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join Nokia’s engineering team and contribute to building and evolving the next generation of Nokia Cloud Operations Manager (NCOM), focusing on Infrastructure Management.
NCOM Evo is Nokia’s next-generation, cloud-native operations layer that enables telecom software to run and evolve at scale. It simplifies complex network operations—including packages, clusters, sites, and network functions—through a unified platform that supports design, deployment, upgrades, rollbacks, and observability. The platform combines an Operations Portal with Kubernetes controllers, configuration-as-data, and GitOps-based automation.

As part of the NCOM Infrastructure Management team, you will contribute to managing the end-to-end lifecycle of infrastructure, including hardware, operating systems, and Kubernetes. You will work on infrastructure configuration, networking, and closed-loop automation, helping streamline operations and improve reliability.

Working in an Agile engineering environment, you will have the opportunity to write clean, maintainable code, develop new features, and automate infrastructure and cluster deployments that support major telecom operators worldwide.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Developer, you will...

  • Architect and implement enterprise-grade GitOps strategies, including declarative state models, multi-cluster reconciliation loops, and automated promotion workflows.
  • Design and automate Openshift Container Platform (OCP) lifecycle management, including installation, upgrades, and Red Hat Advanced Cluster Management (RH ACM).
  • Develop and troubleshoot Kubernetes-based applications, leveraging expertise in Openshift, Docker, and service mesh layers like Istio.
  • Build and optimize distributed systems and microservices at scale, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Automate container lifecycle management frameworks, covering secure base image governance, dynamic build pipelines, admission control, runtime orchestration, and ephemeral environment provisioning.
  • Integrate AI-driven tools into CI/CD pipelines to automate workflows, including code generation, manifest validation, vulnerability patching, and pull request reviews.
  • Debug and resolve issues in Kubernetes clusters, containerized applications, and Go-based services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence technical decisions and drive innovation in cloud-native distributed systems.
Qualifications

If you have:

  • A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Telecom, or equivalent, with 8+ years of relevant experience.
  • Strong software development expertise in Go and Python.
  • Proven expertise in Openshift, Docker, helm and Kubernetes, including troubleshooting, administration, and lifecycle management.
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines (ideally GitOps), Linux administration, networking, and security.
  • Experience designing and running cloud-native distributed systems at scale, with hands-on expertise in service mesh architectures (e.g., Istio).

It Would Be Nice If You Also Had

  • Cloud certifications in Openshift and at least one public cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
  • Experience with hardware management, including Redfish, UEFI, BIOS/eSW upgrades, GPUs, and Linux administration.
  • Hands-on experience with workflow design and development, including CI/CD pipelines and AI-based development workflows. 
About Us
Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

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.

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. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Telecom, or an equivalent field
  • 8+ years of relevant experience
  • Strong software development expertise in Go and Python
  • Expertise in OpenShift, Docker, Helm, and Kubernetes, including troubleshooting, administration, and lifecycle management
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, ideally GitOps, Linux administration, networking, and security
  • Experience designing and operating cloud-native distributed systems at scale
  • Hands-on expertise with service mesh architectures such as Istio
  • OpenShift cloud certification and certification in at least one public cloud platform
  • Experience with hardware management, including Redfish, UEFI, BIOS/eSW upgrades, GPUs, and Linux administration
  • Hands-on experience designing and developing workflows, including CI/CD pipelines and AI-based development workflows

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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