We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with 6+ years of experience to join our team and take ownership of complex engineering initiatives. The role involves designing and developing software, reviewing and improving existing internal applications, driving DevOps and cloud deployments, and building AI/GenAI-powered applications using technologies such as RAG, vector databases, and LLMs.
The ideal candidate is a strong hands-on engineer who can work independently, make sound technical decisions, and drive projects end-to-end from design through production. You will work across software engineering, cloud/DevOps, and AI to build reliable, scalable, and innovative solutions.
NILightpath
- Own end-to-end engineering projects independently, from requirements and technical design through development, deployment, monitoring, and ongoing improvement.
- Design, develop, and critically review internal applications, ensuring high standards for code quality, architecture, scalability, reliability, security, and performance.
- Drive DevOps and cloud engineering, including CI/CD, containerization, cloud deployments, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and observability using technologies such as Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and Ansible.
- Build AI/GenAI applications using technologies such as LLMs, RAG, vector databases, embeddings, and AI APIs to solve real-world engineering and business problems.
- Collaborate and provide technical leadership, including design/code reviews, mentoring, documentation, and proactively identifying opportunities to improve engineering practices and adopt emerging technologies.
- 6+ years of software engineering experience, with strong experience designing, developing, and delivering scalable, production-grade software systems.
- Strong proficiency in software architecture, system design, coding, debugging, code reviews, and performance optimization, with the ability to critically evaluate existing applications and drive improvements.
- Hands-on experience with DevOps and cloud technologies, including CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, cloud deployments, monitoring, and observability.
- Experience building AI/GenAI applications, with practical knowledge of LLMs, RAG, vector databases, embeddings, prompt engineering, and integrating AI capabilities into production applications.
- Strong ownership and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to independently drive projects from concept to production and make sound technical decisions with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across teams, mentoring engineers, documenting technical solutions, and adopting emerging technologies to solve complex problems.
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.
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
- 6+ years of software engineering experience delivering scalable, production-grade software systems
- Strong proficiency in software architecture, system design, coding, debugging, code reviews, and performance optimization
- Hands-on experience with DevOps and cloud technologies, including CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, cloud deployments, monitoring, and observability
- Experience building AI/GenAI applications using LLMs, RAG, vector databases, embeddings, prompt engineering, and AI integrations
- Strong ownership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently drive projects from concept to production
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including cross-team work, mentoring, and technical documentation
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.
