Network Engineer

Job Description

Join Nokia's Microwave R&D organization in Vimercate and contribute to the validation of next-generation microwave transport solutions supporting 5G and critical communication networks across the world.

As a Microwave Integration & Test Engineer, you will play a key role in defining test strategies, driving automation initiatives, and ensuring product quality throughout the development lifecycle. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including system architects, software developers, firmware engineers, and product experts.

An important aspect of this role is the adoption of AI-driven testing methodologies. You will leverage Artificial Intelligence to improve test coverage, optimize validation strategies, accelerate defect analysis, and enhance Python-based automation frameworks.

This opportunity is ideal for engineers with several years of experience in testing, networking, telecommunications, software integration, or automation who are looking to work on cutting-edge technologies.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Define and execute comprehensive verification and validation strategies.
• Design and maintain complex test environments and automated test benches.
• Develop and maintain Python-based automation frameworks.
• Utilize AI-powered tools to improve test coverage and validation effectiveness.
• Drive the transformation from traditional testing approaches toward AI-assisted testing methodologies.
• Analyze system behavior, protocol traces, logs, and performance metrics.
• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis activities for complex issues.
• Collaborate with software, firmware, hardware, and system teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of testing processes and engineering methodologies.

Key Skills And Experience

Must have

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Experience in system integration, testing, networking, telecommunications, or software validation.
• Strong Python scripting and automation skills.
• Knowledge of IP networking and Ethernet technologies.
• Structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Nice to have

• Experience with microwave or wireless communication systems.
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks.
• Experience with Linux environments.
• Experience using AI-assisted software development and testing tools.
• Familiarity with network management solutions and telecom architectures.

About The Team

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