What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Engineer - L0 position at NOKIA?
In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise
Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we've united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse-combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.
The Quality Assurance Engineer is a core member of a crossfunctional Scrum team, collaborating closely with developers, product owners, and system architects to ensure that quality is embedded in the product from the earliest stages. Working in a multicultural environment, the role contributes directly to the delivery of highquality Nokia advanced optical networking solutions.
The position covers the full Product R&D lifecycle, including:
- Active participation in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily scrums, reviews, and retrospectives-bringing a strong quality mindset to requirement analysis, design discussions, acceptance criteria definition, early risk identification, and overall testability.
- Design, development, and execution of automated tests using Python and pytest, fully aligned with the team's Definition of Done.
- Application of AIassisted testing techniques, including LLMsupported test design, automated test generation, synthetic test data creation, and failure pattern analysis to enhance coverage, regression efficiency, and feedback speed.
- Continuous improvement of test strategies and QA practices, including contributions to automation frameworks and modernization of Agile quality processes.
Solid understanding of optical transmission fundamentals
Proficiency in Python-based test automation, including pytest test design and integration into CI/CD environments
Knowledge or handson experience with AI/ML applications related to software quality, such as:
AIassisted test automation tools
Data analysis for defect detection or interpretation of test results
AI-driven techniques to expand test coverage or improve testing efficiency
MSc or BSc in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Physics, or a related technical discipline
Fluency in English, both written and spoken
ISTQB certification is considered an asset
Strong interest in leveraging Artificial Intelligence to enhance software quality and testing efficiency
Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and accountability
Effective communication skills with the ability to share knowledge and collaborate across teams
Excellent troubleshooting and problemsolving abilities
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.
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