Nokia—Network Automation Solution Developer

Job description

Description: 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. Requirements: 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. 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.