As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
Why Ciena:
· We believe an inclusive, diverse, and barrier-free work environment makes for empowered and committed employees.
· We recognize the importance of well-being and offer programs and benefits to support and sustain the mental and physical health of our employees and their families and offer a variety of paid family leave programs.
· We are committed to employee development, offering tuition reimbursement, in-house learning, and mentorship opportunities.
· Great work deserves recognition. We have a robust recognition program, with ongoing and enhanced awards for exemplary performance.
The Role:
As a member of a larger team, the candidate will participate in the software development life cycle. This is an experienced embedded programming position with the following responsibilities:
- Participate as part of a team of software designers at hardware / software interface, who develop code for Linux, in C/C++, Bash and Python.
- Participate in all stages of software development, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, test, and maintenance.
- Participate in the design of various embedded software applications.
- Test, document, debug and maintain the applications.
- Participate in backlog defect reduction.
- Write scripts, test utilities, and other development tools.
What Does Ciena Expect of You?
· Initiative – You’re a self-starter who works with limited direction and is committed to delivering against aggressive deadlines.
· Agility – you are readily able to make key decisions and manage competing and ever-changing account priorities.
· Communication expertise – the ability to influence and tailor your message and ideas in both English and French to the audience to ensure understanding and consensus.
· The flexibility to work independently and as part of a broader team – you thrive in a multi-disciplinary team environment, but are comfortable working independently as required.
· Relationship builder – with an innate ability to influence, you can quickly develop trusted connections and get work done across multi sites.
· A commitment to innovation – you keep abreast of the market and competitive developments and are always keen to formulate new ideas and problem solve.
The Must Haves:
Experience developing embedded software in Linux
Understanding of multi-processor high reliability software systems
Strong debugging and analysis skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Assets:
• Knowledge of the following:
Carrier Ethernet, MPLS, OAM, NMS, packet switching, routing
• Automated testing framework creation and maintenance
• Test driven development experience
• Embedded software development tools (GCC, GDB, Insight, Valgrind, etc.)
• Scripting languages (Python, etc.)
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
2+ years work experience in embedded SW design in C/C++
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Ciena Ottawa, Ontario, CAN Office
385 Terry Fox Dr, , Ottawa, ON , Canada, K2K 0L1
