Finland Opens Doors For Skilled Indian Professionals To Explore Diverse Career Opportunities

Study Abroad: Finland is offering various professional opportunities to skilled Indian talents. The options are available for post-doctoral candidates in the technology sector. The salaries depend on the role and specialization.

Finland is all set to offer various career options to Indian professionals. UN World Happiness Report has recognized Finland to be the happiest country in the world for the 7th consecutive year. To get detailed information on working and living in Finland and available career opportunities, one can visit the workinfinland.com website.

The country is offering opportunities in Engineering, software development, research roles and game development.

Laura Lindeman, Senior Director of Business Finland’s Work in Finland unit, said, “In the long run Finland is looking for professionals, for example, IT specialists in areas such as software development, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Finland offers an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to thrive in a country that values innovation, sustainability, and a balanced lifestyle.”

Sanna Marttinen, Executive Director at Tulanet, represents the new Postdoctoral Programme for Research Institutes said, “Our role is to coordinate the cooperation between 11 Finnish government research institutes, and we are very excited about the government's heavy investment in research and development (R&D.”

The new Postdoctoral Programme is aiming to recruit 85 new postdoctoral researchers by 2028. The salaries will be around 4000 euros. The government's multi-annual R&D plan has funded the program.

Finland’s tech companies are known for their top tech know-how, innovations and development opportunities they offer to professionals. The companies value skills in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, and software development along with a strong foundation in innovation and problem-solving. Learning Finnish can be advantageous however, English fluency is sufficient. Also, qualifications in engineering, computer science or a related field are essential.

Katri Raevuori, Event Manager at Work in Finland, said, “Working in the “happiest country” is about developing skills with the latest technologies and learning from top experts. The country is an ideal destination for professionals who want to take the next step in their careers in a dynamic and welcoming environment, always striving for sustainable growth. The Work in Finland team will also be present at the GIDS Bangalore 2025 for the third time. We are hoping to have good discussions with the Indian talents there.”

Finland Companies Provide Work-Life Balance

The country offers a safe working environment. It is known for its stability and progressive culture and emphasizes on innovation and technology. Finland companies encourage a healthy work-life balance with flexible working hours and remote work. Around half of the workforce in Finland work between 35 and 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday and they have sufficient time in hand for socializing, relaxation and pursuing hobbies.

Shreshta Sharma, Talent Manager at Work in Finland, stated, “At Work in Finland, we recognize the vast pool of talent in India. Our aim is to encourage Indian professionals not just to explore jobs, but thriving careers in a country known for its innovation and work-life balance. With our growing ecosystem of international talent and Finnish expertise, we’re creating opportunities that contribute to both personal and professional growth.”

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