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Principal QA Engineer

Nokia

Hybrid
India
Full-time
Principal
Salary not listedPosted 5d ago

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Job description

Nokia is hiring a Principal QA Engineer — a full-time, based in India role. Apply directly on Nokia's careers page below.

Principal QA Engineer

Location: India; Hybrid

Join us as a Principal QA Engineer and take the lead in defining and executing quality assurance strategies for next-generation optical networking solutions. You will drive comprehensive test and automation initiatives for Optical DWDM platforms and critical protocols such as OTN, GbE, and DWDM, while ensuring robust system security and reliability.

You will work across both manual and automated system testing, augmented with AI, ensuring robust validation, scalability, and continuous quality improvements. This is an opportunity to influence testing at a strategic level, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to delivering high-performance, reliable products in a fast-evolving technology landscape.

About Us

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

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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Our recruitment process

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our 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.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia. 

About the Organization

Some of our benefits in India:

  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
  • Health and well-being support – medical insurance for you and your family, health check-ups, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, and employee resource groups 
  • A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
  • Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
  • Career growth & mobility – technical career paths, job rotations, international assignments, and relocation support
  • Continuous learning – technical certifications, mentoring programs, coaching, and digital learning platforms
  • Opportunities to innovate and contribute through Nokia’s research and development environment
  • Recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
  • Workplace support – ergonomic working support and mobile device programs based on eligibility
Join us as a Principal QA Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the quality strategy for advanced optical networking solutions. In this role, you will lead the definition and driving of test strategies and automation plans for Optical DWDM equipment and key protocols, including OTN, GBE, and DWDM, with a strong emphasis on system security.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Principal QA Engineer at Nokia?

The required skills for Principal QA Engineer at Nokia include: QA, AI.

What is the seniority level for Principal QA Engineer at Nokia?

Principal QA Engineer at Nokia is a Principal level position.

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