Software Engineering Application

Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

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• Job Description

  Why Ciena:

  • We are big proponents of life-work integration and provide the flexibility and tools to make it a reality with remote work and potentially, part-time work.
  • 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 also offer a variety of paid family leave programs.
  • We are committed to employee development, offering tuition reimbursement and a variety of in-house learning and mentorship opportunities.
  • We know that financial security is important.  We offer competitive salaries and incentive programs, RSU’s (job level specific) and an employee share option purchase program.
  • We realize time away to recharge is non-negotiable.  We offer flexible paid time off!
  • Great work deserves recognition. We have a robust recognition program, with ongoing and enhanced awards for exemplary performance.

  
   

  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 and largely driven by the software development process.

  • Communication expertise – you have the ability to influence and tailor your message and ideas 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 ability to influence, you’re able to get work done through others.
  • A commitment to innovation – you keep abreast of the market and competitive developments and are always keen to formulate new ideas and problem solve.

  How You Will Contribute:

• Proficient Fullstack Developer with strong backend and frontend skills in Java, Python, JavaScript, Angular, and React.
• Hands-on experience in telecom software development, preferably with OSS (Operational Support Systems) knowledge.
• Expertise in database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Neo4J, or any graph database.
• Extensive experience working with APIs.
• Highly skilled in Java, emphasizing core concepts like OOP principles, design patterns, multithreading, concurrency, collection frameworks, exception handling, and debugging.
• Proficient in Java Swing, JavaFX, JAXB, XML parsing techniques, and socket programming.
• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems including Linux, macOS, and Windows.
• Strong commitment to product excellence and quality.
• Ability to resolve complex issues that may require design trade-offs.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, effectively collaborating with multiple teams across geographically diverse areas.