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Software Test Engineer - New Grad

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In-Office
Ottawa, ON
Entry level
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Ottawa, ON
Entry level
The Software Test Engineer will own test delivery for features, ensure comprehensive test coverage, execute testing in Agile environments, and collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues.
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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.

How You Will Contribute:

  • Take ownership of test delivery for assigned features or feature groups, ensuring a deep understanding of end-to-end requirements at both individual and architectural levels.
  • Gain in-depth knowledge of related protocols, dependencies, and their role within Waverouter and 10.x architecture.
  • Assess and understand the impact of requirements across various releases, confidently engaging with architects to validate and refine deliverables.
  • Demonstrate ownership of customer prototype demonstrations when opportunities arise.
  • Collaborate with Senior Engineers to collect log files, perform software upgrades, and execute assigned test cases.
  • Execute manual and automated end-to-end feature testing, ensuring comprehensive test coverage for feature validation.
  • Prepare test environments with necessary traffic generators, cards, and system setups, ensuring readiness for testing completion. Deliver manual and automated test results on time and within quality parameters.
  • Work closely with design groups to reproduce and debug issues identified during testing.

The Must Haves:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
  • Software development experience in one or more general-purpose programming languages.
  • Proficiency in two or more of the following areas: web application development, Unix/Linux environments, application development, distributed and parallel systems, machine learning, information retrieval, natural language processing, networking, developing large software systems, and/or security software development.
  • Familiarity with development tools such as GIT, Jenkins, Perforce, Clearcase, etc.
  • Experience working in Agile and Waterfall development models.
  • Hands-on experience in both manual and automated testing environments.

Nice to Haves:

  • Advanced degrees (Bachelor's, Master’s, PhD) or additional education/experience in engineering, computer science, or related technical fields.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including but not limited to Java, C/C++, C#, Objective C, Python, JavaScript, or Go.
  • Enthusiasm for learning additional coding languages as needed.

Pay Range:
The annual pay range for this position is $
69,400 - 110,800 CAD

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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Top Skills

C#
C/C++
Clearcase
Git
Go
Java
JavaScript
Jenkins
Objective-C
Perforce
Python

Ciena Ottawa, Ontario, CAN Office

385 Terry Fox Dr, , Ottawa, ON , Canada, K2K 0L1

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