Network Automation Solution Developer

Job description

As a Network Automation Solution Developer, you will validate Service Portals and ensure their reliability for leading telecom operators. Working with agile, cross-functional teams, you will develop and execute test strategies for orchestration, automation, and service assurance across IP/MPLS networks. You will leverage test automation tools, troubleshoot issues, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to continuous integration and delivery, helping deliver high-quality network automation solutions. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN • Design and implement comprehensive end-to-end test strategies for Service Portals, focusing on performance and reliability. • Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Robot Framework for regression, functional, and system testing. • Validate complex IP/MPLS network topologies, ensuring thorough testing of orchestration and automation functionalities. • Troubleshoot issues, conduct root cause analysis, and collaborate with developers to drive continuous improvement. • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines by integrating automated testing within the release process. • Review and assess product requirements and design documents to ensure they meet testability standards. • Mentor junior QA engineers, providing guidance and participating in peer reviews to enhance team skills. • Report on quality metrics, defect tracking, and performance validation to ensure high-quality product releases. Qualifications You have: • Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, Telecommunications, IP Networking, or related field • 10 years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in the telecom/networking domain. • Proficiency in Robot Framework, Python/Java scripting, and test automation design patterns • Strong understanding of IP and network virtualization concepts. It would be nice if you also had: • Familiarity with Nokia NSP architecture and service provisioning (e.g., L3VPN, TE tunnels) • Experience with Linux-based environments, network emulators (e.g., IXIA, Spirent), and protocol analyzers (e.g., Wireshark) • Excellent analytical, debugging, and documentation skills.