Data Engineer / Data Architect
Nokia
IT, Data Science
Romania
Posted on Nov 28, 2025
Network Infrastructure: 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.
We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to support our growing data infrastructure and analytics needs. As a key member of our team, you will leverage Azure Data Services, including Azure Data Factory and Azure SQL Server, to manage, analyze, and optimize large datasets. Your expertise will contribute to building and maintaining data pipelines, ensuring that complex data sets meet business requirements, and identifying opportunities to improve internal processes. You will play a critical role in deriving actionable insights from data to drive business growth and efficiency.
About Nokia
Join us in creating the technology that helps the world act together.
We are a B2B technology innovation leader, pioneering networks that sense, think and act™, putting the world’s people, machines and devices in sync to create a more sustainable, productive and accessible future.
About the Business Group
A robust digital backbone is the unsung hero of modern life, underpinning everything from daily interactions to cloud computing and critical infrastructure. The Network Infrastructure team is passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in networking, tackling the toughest challenges and delivering innovative solutions.
We deliver trusted, purpose-built IP, optical, fixed, and data center solutions that power the internet, drive the global economy, and support the mission-critical industries that keep the world running.
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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 Romania:
- Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance
- A 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)
- Medical insurance plan and annual reimbursements for dental, eyeglasses, or lenses
- Sports, wellness, and culture reimbursements, including monthly support for activities, kindergarten, and after-school expenses
- Ticket Restaurant e-card and transportation allowance for daily convenience
- Generous referral bonus for referring qualified candidates
- 24+ paid vacation days and three annual bonuses (Performance, Christmas, and Easter)
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to engage with Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs), as well as access to mentors, coaches, and Employee Growth Solutions
- A learning culture that promotes continuous personal and professional growth – for your role and beyond
We’re looking for a skilled Data Engineer to take our data infrastructure and analytics to the next level! If you’re passionate about building scalable systems and turning complex data into valuable insights, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
- Solid experience with Azure Data Factory and/or Azure SQL Server.
- Proficiency in building, optimizing, and maintaining data pipelines, architectures, and data sets.
- Strong analytical skills, particularly in working with unstructured datasets and complex data models.
- Experience working with Big Data technologies and large-scale data environments.
- Expertise in data analysis, statistical methods, and data modeling techniques.
- Proven ability to design and implement data processes that align with functional business requirements.
Preferred skills and experience:
- At least 3 years of experience working with Azure Data Factory or Azure/MS SQL Server.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments and familiarity with data science best practices and agile methodologies.
- Manage and analyze large datasets using Azure Data Services to support business objectives and advanced analytics.
- Build and maintain datasets using Azure SQL Server and Azure Data Factory.
- Assemble and organize complex data sets that meet the needs of various business functions and help to inform strategic decision-making.
- Design and implement internal process improvements to optimize data workflows, data quality, and system efficiencies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that the data infrastructure supports the team’s needs and drives data-driven decision-making.
- Provide actionable insights from complex data sets and communicate findings effectively to non-technical stakeholders.