Senior Network Management Engineer — Hybrid, Secure Defense

Nokia; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

90 days maternity/paternity leave

Annual bonus

Health and well-being support

Employee assistance 24/7

Share in Success

Career growth & learning

Job summary

Nokia Defense is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Network Management, to shape the architecture and evolution of network management solutions for defense communications. You will lead design, development, testing, and maintenance, and mentor engineers to deliver secure, scalable software.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, with a focus on secure, reliable, and compliant solutions. Finnish security clearance may be required; role located in Finland with hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant technical field (BSc/MSc).
• Strong software development experience with C++, Java, or Python.
• Experience with telecom systems, IP networking, NMS/OSS, or mission-critical networks.
• Experience in Linux-based development environments.
• Ability to guide technical work and direction.
• Experience with VM deployments using Docker containers.
• Interest in AI tools and techniques.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Valid NATO-member country ID.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and maintenance of Network Management software for Nokia Defense solutions.
• Drive software architecture, design discussions, and key implementation decisions.
• Develop scalable, secure, and maintainable software using modern practices and AI-assisted tools.
• Mentor and support other engineers through technical guidance.
• Analyze and resolve complex software, networking, and system-level issues.
• Collaborate with architects, system engineers, product stakeholders, and integration teams.
• Drive automation, DevOps practices, and engineering best practices.
• Ensure compliance with Nokia quality, security, and defense requirements.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Linux

NMS/OSS

Mentoring

English

AI tools

Education

BSc or MSc in Telecommunications, Electronics, CS, or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Nokia Defense is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Network Management, to shape the architecture and evolution of network management solutions for defense communications. You will lead design, development, testing, and maintenance, and mentor engineers to deliver secure, scalable software.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, with a focus on secure, reliable, and compliant solutions. Finnish security clearance may be required; role located in Finland with hybrid working arrangements.