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Senior Software Development Engineer - DevOps

CompanyNokia
LocationIndia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 14, 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

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with 6+ years of experience to join our team and take ownership of complex engineering initiatives. The role involves designing and developing software, reviewing and improving existing internal applications, driving DevOps and cloud deployments, and building AI/GenAI-powered applications using technologies such as RAG, vector databases, and LLMs.

The ideal candidate is a strong hands-on engineer who can work independently, make sound technical decisions, and drive projects end-to-end from design through production. You will work across software engineering, cloud/DevOps, and AI to build reliable, scalable, and innovative solutions.

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Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end engineering projects independently, from requirements and technical design through development, deployment, monitoring, and ongoing improvement.
  • Design, develop, and critically review internal applications, ensuring high standards for code quality, architecture, scalability, reliability, security, and performance.
  • Drive DevOps and cloud engineering, including CI/CD, containerization, cloud deployments, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and observability using technologies such as Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and Ansible.
  • Build AI/GenAI applications using technologies such as LLMs, RAG, vector databases, embeddings, and AI APIs to solve real-world engineering and business problems.
  • Collaborate and provide technical leadership, including design/code reviews, mentoring, documentation, and proactively identifying opportunities to improve engineering practices and adopt emerging technologies.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of software engineering experience, with strong experience designing, developing, and delivering scalable, production-grade software systems.
  • Strong proficiency in software architecture, system design, coding, debugging, code reviews, and performance optimization, with the ability to critically evaluate existing applications and drive improvements.
  • Hands-on experience with DevOps and cloud technologies, including CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, cloud deployments, monitoring, and observability.
  • Experience building AI/GenAI applications, with practical knowledge of LLMs, RAG, vector databases, embeddings, prompt engineering, and integrating AI capabilities into production applications.
  • Strong ownership and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to independently drive projects from concept to production and make sound technical decisions with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across teams, mentoring engineers, documenting technical solutions, and adopting emerging technologies to solve complex problems.

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. 

Key Skills
DevOpsCloud EngineeringSoftware ArchitectureSystem DesignKubernetesDockerTerraformAnsibleJenkinsGenAILLMsRAGVector DatabasesCI/CDPythonCloud Deployments
Categories
SoftwareTechnologyEngineeringData & Analytics
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The role involves owning end-to-end engineering projects, from technical design and development to deployment and monitoring. You will also build AI/GenAI-powered applications and drive DevOps practices to ensure scalable and reliable software solutions.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
1913
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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