Network Automation Engineer

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Job Description As a Network Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining automation solutions to streamline network operations. You will work across the software development lifecycle—from requirements analysis and design to coding, testing, and troubleshooting—while integrating modern tools and technologies. This role requires a strong foundation in programming, IP networking concepts, and a proactive approach to solving complex problems in a dynamic R&D environment. How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn Develop assigned features and contribute to overall project deliverables. Ensure high code quality through regular reviews, unit testing, and debugging. Participate in troubleshooting and resolving software issues in collaboration with engineering teams. Gather and analyze information to support effective problem-solving and decision-making. Translate customer and project requirements into high-level and low-level software design documents. Define acceptance test strategies aligned with project requirements and features. Design and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases to validate software functionality. Support project activities and continuously contribute to process and product improvement. Key Skills And Experience You have: Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. 8+ years of proficiency in programming with at least one of the following: Python, Java, Bash, or GoLang. Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design principles. Hands-on experience with Linux and development environments such as IntelliJ or Eclipse. Familiarity with basic IP networking concepts and debugging tools. Exposure to software development tools like CVS, Jira, Confluence, and Jenkins. It would be nice if you also have: Experience with virtualization, cloud platforms, and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm). Knowledge of OS-level concepts (processes, threads, memory management, synchronization) and CI/SCM tools (SVN, Git, Gerrit). About Us Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work What we offer Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s 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. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed. About The Team The pandemic has highlighted how important telecoms networks are to society. Nokia’s Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to bring more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise. Show more Show less