NAP Network Test Automation Development Engineer

Nokia Corp.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working schemes

90 days maternity/paternity leave

Life insurance

Well-being programs

NERGs

Career growth & mentorship

Learning environment for growth

Job summary

Nokia Corp. in Bengaluru, India (Hybrid) is seeking a Network Test Automation Development Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for complex network testing.

You will build automated test suites with Python/Java/Go and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines, applying AI/ML techniques for intelligent test generation and defect analysis. The role requires 7+ years of hands-on experience with Robot Framework, pytest, Selenium, and Postman, plus strong networking

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with strong programming skills in Python, Java, or Go for test automation and tool development.
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as Robot Framework, pytest, and Selenium.
• Solid understanding of network protocols and architectures (TCP/IP, IP/MPLS, Routing & Switching, SDN/NFV, 4G/5G).
• Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar).
• Practical understanding of AI/ML concepts applied to automation or data analysis.
• Exposure to ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit‑learn.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and container technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for functional, regression, performance, and end‑to‑end network testing.
• Develop automated test suites using Python, Java, or Go with frameworks such as Robot Framework, pytest, and Selenium.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and faster release cycles.
• Apply AI/ML techniques for intelligent test case generation, anomaly detection, predictive defect analysis, and self‑healing automation.
• Analyze large volumes of test and network data to identify patterns, trends, and quality risks.
• Develop AI‑driven tools for network test data analysis, insights, and visualization.
• Collaborate with development, product, and QA teams to ensure testability and timely defect resolution.
• Contribute to test strategy, code reviews, design discussions, and maintain automation documentation.

Skills

Python

Java

Go

Robot Framework

pytest

Selenium

CI/CD

AI/ML concepts

TensorFlow/PyTorch/scikit-learn

Cloud & containers

Tools

Robot Framework

pytest

Selenium

Postman

Job description

India (Hybrid)

The NAP – Network Test Automation Development Engineer is responsible for building scalable and intelligent test automation solutions for complex network systems. This role blends deep networking expertise with modern automation, CI/CD, and AI/ML techniques to ensure high quality, reliability, and faster delivery of carrier‑grade, cloud‑native network products.

Your responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for functional, regression, performance, and end‑to‑end network testing.


• Develop automated test suites using Python, Java, or Go with frameworks such as Robot Framework, pytest, and Selenium.


• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and faster release cycles.


• Apply AI/ML techniques for intelligent test case generation, anomaly detection, predictive defect analysis, and self‑healing automation.


• Analyze large volumes of test and network data to identify patterns, trends, and quality risks.


• Develop AI‑driven tools for network test data analysis, insights, and visualization.


• Collaborate with development, product, and QA teams to ensure testability and timely defect resolution.


• Contribute to test strategy, code reviews, design discussions, and maintain automation documentation.

Your skills and experience

You have:

• 7+ years of experience with strong programming skills in Python, Java, or Go for test automation and tool development.


• Hands‑on experience with test automation frameworks such as Robot Framework, pytest, Selenium, and Postman.


• Solid understanding of network protocols and architectures (TCP/IP, IP/MPLS, Routing & Switching, SDN/NFV, 4G/5G).


• Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar).


• Practical understanding of AI/ML concepts applied to automation or data analysis.


• Exposure to ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit‑learn.


• Familiarity with cloud platforms and container technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes).


• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

More information

Some of our benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes


• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)


• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security


• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health


• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)


• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development


• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access


• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond

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.

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, unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

At Nokia, we want every candidate to be able to perform their best. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know. All requests are treated confidentially.

Job Info

• Job Category Applied R&D


• Posting Date 07/31/2026


• Job Schedule Full time


• Job Type Experienced


• Job Identification 32484

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