Junior Software Quality Assurance Engineer

About the role

The Junior Software Quality Assurance Engineer joins a cross‑functional Scrum team to help ensure the quality of Nokia’s optical networking solutions. You will support testing activities, follow established quality practices and collaborate in a multicultural Agile environment while building your technical skills.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the product R&D lifecycle with guidance from senior team members.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily scrums, reviews, retrospectives) and support requirement analysis and test‑case discussions.
• Design, develop and execute automated tests using Python and pytest, aligned with the team’s Definition of Done.
• Support the development and maintenance of test‑automation frameworks and test suites.
• Identify defects, analyse test results and report issues clearly.
• Learn and apply AI‑assisted testing techniques such as LLM‑supported test design and automated test generation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA practices and test processes.

Required profile

• Understanding of optical transmission fundamentals.
• Experience with Python and exposure to pytest or other test‑automation frameworks.
• Basic knowledge of CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with software testing concepts and test‑automation fundamentals.
• Interest or initial experience with AI/ML applications in software testing (nice to have).
• ISTQB certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Personal or academic projects related to testing or automation.

Required skills

• Python
• pytest
• CI/CD pipelines
• AI/ML testing techniques
• Optical transmission fundamentals
• Software testing concepts

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements and additional flex benefits to support work‑life balance.
• Minimum 90 days of maternity and paternity leave, with return‑to‑work options.
• Medical and life insurance plan plus paid sick leave.
• Meal allowance.
• Car allowance based on eligibility.
• Well‑being programs for mental and physical health.
• Access to Nokia Employee Resource Groups, mentors and coaches.
• Learning culture that promotes continuous personal and professional growth.