Test & Integration Junior Engineer

Job-ID: 39272Category: Applied R&DLocation: ItalyWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full time, Graduate/Entry LevelContract: RegularPosted: 2026-09-25Will NSA/CAPS approval be required? (E.g., accessing a US Customer Network?): NoRole Type: Individual contributorLaptop
- support with ordering needed: YesSalary Range: Italy Salary range Annual Base Salary Range: 29,302.33-54,418.60 Target Incentive: 7.50% *National Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Telecommunications Sector” (CCNL Telecomunicazioni).
Experience level: Graduate or Entry LevelAs R&D Microwave Test & Integration Junior Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers focusing on test and validation of next-generation microwave equipment., to ensure they meet the needed quality standard. You will learn how modern telecom systems are designed, integrated, tested, and automated while developing expertise in networking, radio technologies, Python programming, and AI-driven testing methodologies.
This job combines requirements-driven test design, manual tests, automation development, and analysis of test outcomes in a multidisciplinary environment. You will work with Agile methodologies (scrum) customized to be more efficient toward product delivery.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals who are eager to build hands-on experience in a dynamic international R&D environment.
QualificationsYou have:Hands-on experience in test engineering, integration, or validation of electronic/telecom systems.
Programming skill in Python for test automation (script design, modularity, debugging, and framework integration).
Ability to make requirements analysis and test design methodologies.
Experience with test result interpretation, defect isolation, and structured troubleshooting.
Ability to work in cross-functional development cycles involving hardware, firmware, software and architects’ engineers.
Experience in usage of AI tools for engineering productivity or test generation.
Experience in Linux operating system.
Knowledge of REST APIs and ability to work with API-based integrations and testing (HTTP methods, status codes, authentication, JSON payloads, and API testing tools such as Postman or curl).
Good communication skills in English.
It would be nice if you also had:Knowledge of microwave/radio systems, RF concepts.
Knowledge of test platform automation tool (Robot framework).
Familiarity with network management and device interfaces, including NETCONF and SNMP (v2c/v3), with basic understanding of YANG models (IETF preferred), MIBs, OIDs, and monitoring/alarm use cases.
Italy Salary rangeAnnual Base Salary Range: 29,302.33-54,418.60Target Incentive: 7.50%*National Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Telecommunications Sector” (CCNL Telecomunicazioni).
ResponsibilitiesReview and analyse system/subsystem requirements to define the proper test strategy (functional, integration, regression, and reliability where applicable).
Derive, specify, and maintain structured test cases with clear traceability to requirements.
Develop and maintain Python scripts for automated test execution, data collection, and reporting within the existing automation framework.
Integrate AI-assisted methods to accelerate test generation and improve test case completeness, consistency, and reuse.
Execute test campaigns, analyse logs/results, and perform troubleshooting/root-cause analysis on failures.
Work closely inside R&D with Test engineers, SW/FW developers, and system architects to evaluate requirements, have an overview on SW development and be able continuously improve verification.
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Flexible and hybrid working schemesA 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 securityWell-being programs to support your mental and physical healthOpportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills developmentDiverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy accessA learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development
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