We are looking for an experienced System QA & Automation Lead with strong expertise in software validation and test automation, particularly within cloud-native architectures and telecommunications networks. As an individual contributor, this technical leadership role is responsible for defining and driving end-to-end testing strategies for the Core Management System, covering both functional and non-functional domains. The ideal candidate will bring proven technical leadership, exceptional analytical skills, and a strong track record of developing scalable, high-quality test and automation frameworks for modern microservices-based platforms. Experience in continuously advancing testing capabilities through agentic AI-driven automation frameworks is highly desirable.
Responsibilities- Design and drive product-level testing strategies that align with both technical requirements and business objectives.
- Architect scalable test platforms and automation frameworks for cloud-native, microservices-based systems, with a focus on efficiency, reliability, and maintainability.
- Translate complex customer, product, and system requirements into comprehensive test strategies, detailed test designs, and executable test plans.
- Lead software subsystem integration and end-to-end system validation activities to ensure seamless functionality, performance, and quality across the solution.
- Identify, analyze, and address testing gaps, quality risks, support issues, and performance bottlenecks throughout the development and validation lifecycle.
- Collaborate closely with customers, product management, architecture, and engineering teams to ensure testing priorities are aligned with overall product strategy and delivery goals.
- Act as a subject matter expert in quality engineering, mentoring teams on modern testing methodologies, driving resolution of critical customer escalations, and championing continuous improvement through advanced automation and AI/agentic testing frameworks within agile environments.
You Have
Engineering Degree with 12+ years of experience in software testing, quality engineering, and test automation.
Strong expertise in test architecture and quality assurance for cloud-native, microservices-based, highly scalable distributed systems.
Proficiency in Python, Go, and/or C++ for automation development, with hands-on experience in Linux environments and modern cloud-native technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Envoy, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps toolchains.
Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and executing test strategies for highly scalable, resilient, and reliable systems, supported by strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills. Solid understanding of database testing, observability frameworks, monitoring systems, and telemetry-driven validation practices.
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams, deliver high-quality outcomes in fast-paced agile environments, and communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.
Hands-on experience leveraging Agentic AI and AI-assisted engineering tools to enhance testing effectiveness, automation coverage, development productivity, and overall engineering efficiency.
Nice to Have
Experience in NMS/EMS testing, including interoperability and observability testing, with validation of databases, gRPC-based services, APIs, and open-source integrations.
Experience in the Core Network Signaling domain (4G/5G mobile core networks)
Skills Required
- Engineering degree
- 12+ years of experience in software testing, quality engineering, and test automation
- Test architecture and quality assurance experience for cloud-native, microservices-based distributed systems
- Proficiency in Python, Go, and/or C++ for automation development
- Hands-on experience with Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Envoy, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps toolchains
- Experience designing, implementing, and executing test strategies for scalable, resilient systems
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills
- Understanding of database testing, observability frameworks, monitoring systems, and telemetry-driven validation
- Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in agile environments
- Experience leveraging Agentic AI and AI-assisted engineering tools for testing and automation
- Experience with NMS/EMS testing, interoperability, observability, databases, gRPC services, APIs, and open-source integrations
- Experience in 4G/5G mobile core network signaling
Nokia Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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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