EDA QA Engineer – UI and Network Automation

Nokia

  • Ottawa, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Category: Applied R&DDegree Level: Bachelor's degreeJob Description:In late 2024, we introduced a new infrastructure automation application called EDA (Event-Driven Automation). EDA is an award-winning cloud-native, scalable, extensible platform for automating the management of networks and data centers. Join a growing team of talented engineers who are building an innovative new platform for the next generation of infrastructure that drives the modern world.In this role, you'll be responsible for designing and executing comprehensive test plans that cover UI testing and network automation validation. You'll work closely with development and network engineering teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality systems that meet the highest standards of usability, performance, and reliability. If you're excited about the challenge of building the next generation of network management tools, we encourage you to apply!DCN2025Responsibilities:
  • Develop, maintain, and execute manual and automated test cases for network automation UIs and APIs.
  • Validate the functionality, usability, and performance of network automation tools, dashboards, and orchestration workflows.
  • Perform end-to-end testing of UI components integrated with backend network automation services.
  • Design automated UI tests using frameworks like Robot Framework, Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or similar.
  • Design Python-based automation frameworks for UI, API, and end-to-end system testing. Develop UI automation using Python libraries/tools (e.g., Selenium with Python bindings, Playwright for Python).
  • Test REST/gRPC APIs for network automation platforms and validate responses against expected outcomes.
  • Create and maintain test data, mock devices, and simulated network environments for testing.
  • Work on system integration testing (SIT) and user acceptance testing (UAT) phases.
  • Contribute to test automation frameworks and CI/CD integration for continuous testing.
  • Identify bugs, performance bottlenecks, and usability issues, and document findings clearly.
  • Collaborate with developers, network engineers, and product owners in agile sprints.
  • Assist in setting up performance/load tests for large-scale network automation systems.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, or a related field.
  • 5+ years experience in QA, test automation, or software development roles.
  • Strong proficiency in Python for automation and scripting.
  • Experience in UI automation using Selenium (Python bindings), Playwright (Python), or similar tools.
  • Familiarity with Robot Framework, PyTest, or custom Python-based testing frameworks.
  • Deep understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, routing protocols).
  • Hands-on experience validating APIs (REST, gRPC) using Python tools like requests, httpx, or API testing libraries.
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes, Helm, and containerized environments.
  • Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
About Us:Come create the technology that helps the world act togetherNokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to workWhat we offerNokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employerNokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:
  • One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
  • Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
  • Workplace Pride Global Benchmark
At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's 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.
Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.Additional InformationUS/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:
  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
  • Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
The above benefits exclude students.Disclaimer for US/CanadaNokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.(Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role)All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.About the Team: The pandemic has highlighted how important telecoms networks are to society. Nokia's Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to bring more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise.

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