Senior SW Engineer, Network Management

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

Job Description

As a Senior Software Engineer, Network Management you will play a key role in shaping the architecture and evolution of Network Management solutions for mission-critical defense communication networks. In addition to hands-on software development, you will provide technical leadership, drive design and implementation decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions for demanding operational environments.

As a Senior Software Engineer, Network Management you will play a key role in shaping the architecture and evolution of Network Management solutions for mission-critical defense communication networks. In addition to hands-on software development, you will provide technical leadership, drive design and implementation decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions for demanding operational environments.

Nokia Defense develops secure, resilient, and mission-critical communication solutions for defense and government customers. Our solutions combine advanced networking, software platforms, cloud-native technologies, and next-generation communications systems to support demanding operational environments. We are looking for curious and collaborative engineers with a broad interest in technology. The role offers broad development opportunities while fostering collaboration and co-creation.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

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

Key Skills And Experience

Must-have:

• BSc. or MSc. degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, or Software Engineering
• Solid experience in software development using C++, Java, Python, or similar technologies.
• Experience with telecommunications systems, IP networking, Network Management platforms, or mission-critical communications.
• Experience working in Linux-based development environments.
• Ability to guide technical work and collaborate on technical direction.
• Experience with Network Management Systems (NMS), OSS solutions, or telecommunications management applications.
• Experience on Virtual Machine (VM) deployments with Docker containers
• Interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and techniques.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving capabilities and effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Valid personal identification document from a NATO-member country.

Nice-to-have:

• Knowledge of 5G, Core Networks, tactical communications, or mission-critical networking solutions.
• Experience with cloud-native technologies, Kubernetes, containers, and microservice architectures.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and secure software development.
• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives.
• Experience working in agile development environments.

Please note that the candidate needs to pass/have a valid Finnish security clearance check. Additionally, this role is based in Finland and we are not offering international relocation option for this position.

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About The Team

Some of our benefits in Finland :

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
• Edenred benefit voucher - 400€ per year
• Annual bonus - based on individual and company performance
• Health and well-being support - occupational health services, well-being programs, employee resource groups, reimbursement for spectacle lenses, life insurance and gyms at every site
• Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
• Share in Success – voluntary employee share purchase plan
• Employee Referral program – reward yourself and support Nokia by referring a friend to apply to Nokia
• Career growth & learning - technical career path, job rotation, coaching and digital learning platforms
• Car benefit – the eligibility for a company car is based on employee’s job grade