At NI IP Routing SW, we believe in fostering a flat and non-hierarchical work environment. We are obsessed about delivering high-quality products and ensure the utmost level of excellence in everything we do. We are a passionate bunch and strive to be technological leaders in our industry. You will be integral to a close-knit team to engineer best-in-class products for the most critical networks – data centers for web/hyper-scalers, telcos and enterprises (including AI fabrics), and communication service provider networks.
We are looking for SW Test engineers who wish to be a part of developing and evolving the current and next generation of routers that form the core of anything internet. These routers are at the heart of Nokia’s IP product offerings, from data centers (including AI fabrics), to providing strong, resilient low latency and dependable IP backhaul for service providers and mission critical networks. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with one of the best engineering teams in the industry. We value your expertise and offer an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. There are more customers we want to win, more networks to penetrate, more technologies to enable and more applications to support. We want to make smaller products, and we want to make bigger products. We want to build products based on newer standards and newer ASICS in the market.
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Responsibilities- Own software features end to end and ensure their quality is robust across products and platforms
- Specialize in datacenter and AI networks
- Write modular, lean, and efficient automation code including libraries and infrastructure
- Work closely with product management and software developers to meet customer requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 3–10 years of relevant experience in networking and software automation.
- Exposure to any of the below domains:
- Layer-2 switching and layer-3 routing
- Routing protocols (ospf, isis, bgp)
- Multicast (pim, igmp)
- Segment Routing
- Mpls (ldp, rsvp-te)
- Evpns with vxlan, mpls, sr-te underlays
- QoS (policers, schedulers, shapers)
- Automation experience in python, golang or any programming language
- Experience in virtualized environments such as kvm, dockers, and Kubernetes
- Contribution to SONiC test infrastructure and automation frameworks
- Good communication skills to work with different engineering teams
- Proven aptitude for methodical problem solving, good communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a close-knit team.
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 and hybrid working schemes
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
- Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 3-10 years of relevant experience in networking and software automation
- Exposure to Layer-2 switching and Layer-3 routing
- Exposure to routing protocols (OSPF, ISIS, BGP)
- Exposure to multicast (PIM, IGMP)
- Exposure to Segment Routing
- Exposure to MPLS (LDP, RSVP-TE)
- Exposure to EVPNs with VXLAN, MPLS, SR-TE underlays
- Exposure to QoS (policers, schedulers, shapers)
- Automation experience in Python, Golang, or other programming languages
- Experience in virtualized environments such as KVM, Docker, and Kubernetes
- Contribution to SONiC test infrastructure and automation frameworks
- Good communication skills to work with different engineering teams
- Proven aptitude for methodical problem solving, strong attention to detail, and ability to work in a close-knit team
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.
