Software Quality Assurance Engineer 2

Nokia

Software QA Engineer ensuring quality and reliability for next-gen optical networking solutions. Designing test strategies and automation frameworks for Optical DWDM equipment and protocols.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeBangalore • 🇮🇳 IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GRPCMicroservicesPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the development of comprehensive test plans for Layer 0 (DWDM) and Layer 1 (OTN, Ethernet) across Long Haul, DCI, and Metro optical systems
Execute protocol-based testing across L0 and L1 features, including (but not limited to) FCAPS, NBI automation, and system security
Participate actively in the system development lifecycle by understanding requirements and translating them into detailed, effective test plans
Support the evaluation and qualification of next-generation operating systems aligned with modern architectures such as microservices and containerization
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to prioritize test scenarios based on customer needs and enable faster feature delivery
Design and implement automated test scenarios using standard programming tools to enable scalable, repeatable test execution
Drive continuous testing practices to strengthen system reliability and product quality
Take ownership of product qualification deliverables, demonstrating accountability and a proactive, self-driven approach

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in ECE, Computer Science, or EEE with strong academic performance, along with 3+ years of experience in embedded optical network element system testing (OTN, Ethernet, GMPLS, DWDM, NBI interfaces such as CLI, NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC, and system security)
Proficiency in test planning, execution, and defect tracking using standard configuration and test management tools
Strong programming skills in Python (or a similar language) for developing and maintaining test automation frameworks
Hands-on experience with NBI interfaces (CLI, NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC) in embedded system environments
**Nice-to -have:**
Understanding of system control plane concepts and working knowledge of L2/L3 networking products is an added advantage
Familiarity with testing microservices and container-based applications, along with experience in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Git

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

test planningtest executiondefect trackingprogramming in Pythontest automation frameworksNBI interfacessystem securitymicroservicescontainerizationoptical network element testing

Soft Skills

collaborationaccountabilityproactive approachcommunicationproblem-solvingattention to detailadaptabilitycustomer focusself-drivenorganizational skills