**Role & seniority: ** System Test QA Engineer (mid/senior implied by “extensive hands-on” experience)

**Stack/tools: ** Python (test automation), Git (version control), Agile methodologies, Test Driven Development; plus router/configuration/deployment knowledge

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

Design and implement system-level test plans and automated test cases in Python
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on release scope/backlog refinement and ensure solution alignment
Test Nokia optical pluggable products integration with third-party equipment and produce execution/defect reports
Must-have skills:
- Strong experience building automated tests with Python
- Knowledge of optical communication technologies
- Experience with router configurations and deployments
- Ability to write clear test execution and defect analysis reports for reproducibility
- Communication skills for global cross-functional work; familiarity with Agile/TDD
Nice-to-haves:
- Continuous improvement contributions (adoption of new QA/testing approaches)
- Deeper expertise in optical solution compatibility testing strategies
Location & work type: Not specified in the provided text.

Full Description

As a System Test QA Engineer at Nokia, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our cutting-edge optical communication technology. You will design and execute automated test cases using Python, collaborating closely with several cross-functional team of developers and testers to add a System and Solution level test scopes to our SW feature development. You'll write detailed reports on test execution and defect analysis, enabling swift issue resolution. You’ll thrive in our dynamic Agile environment, working alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to innovation in optical communications. Your strong communication skills will empower you to collaborate effectively within our global team, driving quality and efficiency in our products.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Your responsibilities

Design and implement comprehensive test plans, creating and executing automated test cases in Python to meet project specifications.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional software development teams during release scope definitions and backlog refinement ensuring alignment on project goals.
Explore, plan and execute testing of Nokia optical pluggable products into third party equipment, to ensure Solution level compatibility.
Generate detailed reports on test execution and defect analysis, improving the reproducibility and resolution of issues to enhance product quality.
Participate in continuous improvement discussions to promote the adoption of innovative approaches in quality assurance and testing.
Utilize and integrate version control systems like Git to maintain test scripts and documentation effectively within the agile development workflow.
Stay updated on optical communication technologies and contribute insights to enhance the team’s approach to testing and quality assurance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive Hands-on experience in automated test development using Python.
Deep Knowledge of optical communication and related technologies.
Experience and expertise on router configurations and deployments.
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Effective communication skills for global cross-functional collaboration.
knowledge in Agile methodologies and Test Driven Development.