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Senior Software Developer

CompanyNokia
LocationIndia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 16, 2026
About The Company
Infinera is now part of Nokia. Infinera is revolutionizing telecommunications networks with innovative, industry-leading connectivity solutions. Our offerings include high-end subcomponent technology, systems for network infrastructure, automation software, advanced optical compound semiconductor manufacturing, & professional services. As a global supplier, we empower mobile service providers, internet content providers, cloud operators, submarine operators, governments & enterprises to scale network bandwidth, boost service innovation, and automate network operations. We are committed to continuously expanding and enhancing our world-class offerings to meet the changing needs of our customers. Our connectivity solutions are powered by the world’s best embedded & pluggable optical engines, which are designed, developed & manufactured in Infinera’s U.S.-based optical semiconductor fabrication center and are application-optimized for edge, metro, long-haul, and submarine transport networks. Our agile, open, compact & modular networking platforms enable network operators to rapidly and easily take advantage of best-in-class technology. Our software automation solutions optimize traffic flows and automate workloads to enable network operators to cost-effectively deliver secure bandwidth to their customers where and when needed. With these solutions, our goal is to create a connected world with unlimited bandwidth for everyone – everywhere, always, and instantly. What Inspires Us? A connected world with unlimited bandwidth for everyone – everywhere, always & instantly. What Motivates Us? Delivering innovative and impactful coherent optical technologies and open optical solutions that unlock new value for our customers. What Drives Us? To be a valued investment for our shareholders’ money, our customers’ CapEx and our employees’ time by delivering an unrivaled customer experience from an inclusive culture of innovation for our customers.
About the Role

Software Engineers with 5+ years of experience and a passion for building scalable, cloud-native software solutions. In this role, you will own, design, develop, and enhance cutting-edge applications in the observability domain, leveraging modern technologies, automation frameworks, and cloud-native platforms. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, reliable, and high-performance solutions while driving engineering excellence in a dynamic and agile environment.
 

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and enhance scalable cloud-native software solutions and observability platform capabilities using modern architectures, technologies, and engineering best practices.
  • Own end-to-end feature delivery, from requirements analysis and technical design to implementation, testing, deployment, and operational support.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software defects and performance issues, conduct root cause analysis (RCA) of incidents, and drive improvements in application reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, containerized deployments, and Kubernetes-based solutions to improve engineering efficiency and product quality.
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools and engineering productivity solutions to accelerate software delivery, improve code quality, and enhance developer effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with architects, area product owners, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions while driving technical excellence in Agile/Scrum environments.

Qualifications

You have:

  • Engineering Degree with 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and delivering cloud-native, distributed software systems using Golang and microservices-based architectures.
  • Hands-on experience building cloud-native microservices and distributed systems using Kubernetes and containerization technologies.
  • Proficiency in designing and developing scalable backend services, REST/gRPC APIs, and event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar messaging platforms.
  • Experience with observability and monitoring technologies, including telemetry collection, metrics, logging, tracing, and troubleshooting large-scale systems, will certainly be an advantage.
  • Good understanding of CI/CD, DevOps, and automation practices using tools such as Jenkins, GitOps, Helm, and container-based deployment pipelines.

Nice to have:

  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with strong collaboration, technical ownership, and problem-solving skills; exposure to AI-assisted development tools is a plus.
  •  Full Stack development experience using ReatJS will be an advantage.

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. 



Our recruitment process

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, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia


Some of our benefits in India:

  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
  • Health and well-being support – medical insurance for you and your family, health check-ups, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, and employee resource groups 
  • A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
  • Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
  • Career growth & mobility – technical career paths, job rotations, international assignments, and relocation support
  • Continuous learning – technical certifications, mentoring programs, coaching, and digital learning platforms
  • Opportunities to innovate and contribute through Nokia’s research and development environment
  • Recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
  • Workplace support – ergonomic working support and mobile device programs based on eligibility
Key Skills
GolangKubernetesMicroservicesCloud-nativeDistributed systemsREST APIsgRPCKafkaObservabilityCI/CDDevOpsAutomationGitOpsHelmContainerizationAgile
Categories
SoftwareTechnologyEngineeringData & Analytics
Benefits
Flexible and hybrid working arrangementsMedical insuranceHealth check-upsLife and accident insuranceWell-being programsEmployee resource groupsMaternity and paternity leavePersonal support serviceCareer growth and mobilityContinuous learningTechnical certificationsMentoring programsCoachingDigital learning platformsRecognition programsErgonomic working supportMobile device programs
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
You will design, develop, and enhance scalable cloud-native software solutions and observability platform capabilities using modern architectures. You will also own end-to-end feature delivery, including technical design, implementation, testing, deployment, and operational support.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
1923
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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