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. What will you do at Ciena? We believe in the power of people. We are a network strategy and technology company that is motivated by making a difference in people’s lives – their productivity, their creativity, their health and comfort. That’s why we design and implement technologies and services that result in great outcomes. The 6500 system is the flagship product of Ciena’s Packet Optical Transport Portfolio. Optical networks continue to aggressively move towards Layer 0/1/2 converged infrastructures. Join the 6500 team delivering these Optical Ethernet Network solutions: · Next Generation optical transport solutions · Hybrid Layer 0/1/2 switching (OTN/Packet) · Triple Play, MSO and wireless transport oriented solutions In this role, you will be a member of a software design team developing and testing features for the 6500 system. Responsibilities: In this role we are looking for an experienced software test engineer to join the software design team as an integration test engineer. The primary responsibility is to act as a bridge between the software designers and product verification engineers and ensure that new features are tested well by the design team before product verification starts. This requires the ability to understand the feature requirements and the software architecture and design as well as to be able to help debug issues as software components are initially integrated together and tested. In this role you will: · Understand feature and system requirements · Understand the high level SW design · Build the networks required to test features · Execute test cases · Record test case results · Document problems found · Work with designers to reproduce and characterize issues and to test the fixes · Work closely with software and firmware designers · Work with the product verification team as they start product testing Required Experience: · BSc, BSc Eng or equivalent. · Experience testing software in an embedded system Preferred Experience: · Knowledge of optical network design · Knowledge of optical testsets · Python · Test automation Pay Range: The salary range for this role in Canada is $93, 600 - $149, 400 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox. 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. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require. Join our Talent Community and get early job alerts, personalized career tips, and insider insights. Discover how Ciena's unique blend of deep humanity and relentless innovation creates an exceptional workplace culture. Explore CienaLife.
