• Job Description

  Req#: R022938

  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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  POSITION SUMMARY:

  The innovations that wow us (driverless cars), and those we now take for granted (the ability stream your favorite show on your mobile) are the products of ingenuity from some brilliant and forward-thinking companies. And those companies rely on Ciena, another vanguard of innovation, to build and advance the underlying networks that bring their breakthroughs to our doorsteps. VR, AI, IOT, 5G … truly none of it would be possible without the mind-boggling technology that makes the internet itself work. For more than 25 years, Ciena has been the global leader in networking strategy, and our technology has been part of the critical infrastructure running within the most advanced companies in the world.

  He/She will be responsible to design, develop and support software specializing in different NMS/EMS layers to support network elements using multiple technologies like DWDM, Optical Switches and Multi-Service edge products.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate/support release/design lead on successful delivery of release/features.
  • Implement code according to the design while meeting project deadlines. Compliance with organization-wide adopted conventions and procedures (architecture, code review, etc) and deliver quality deliverables to testing groups.
  • Provide inputs in the detailed design.
  • Development and execution of unit test cases.
  • Support the technical leadership to troubleshoot and fix defects.

  SKILLS

  • Strong analysis, coding, testing, and documentation skills.
  • Well-versed in Object Oriented Concepts, data structures, algorithms.
  • Knowledge of Operating system concepts.
  • Knowledge of Networking Concepts.
  • Hands-on in any one or more of the following:

  • C#.Net
  • C/C++
  • VB.Net

  (Academic project in any of these or related areas would be a plus)

  DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS/SKILLS

  • Exposure to micro-service architecture using Docker and Git configuration management will be a bonus.
  • Exposure to Visual Studio 2017/2019/2022 on Windows
  • Exposure to Visual Studio Code on Linux
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Independent self-starter and committed to delivering as per deadlines.
  • Comfortable in a team environment.

  EDUCATION

  • Undergoing MCA or B. Tech. in Electronics and Communication or Computer Science or IT or similar.

  Rewarding experience. Meaningful outcomes. Making a difference in people's lives through design and implementation of leading network technologies. That is what motivates us.

  A distinct way to work Free thinking, free discussion, and collaboration are the norm. Expect more satisfying outcomes - both personal and professional. Ciena values the diversity of our workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or age. Ciena is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, you should advise Ciena in a timely fashion of the specific needs / accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to any specific needs / accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

  What you can expect from us

  • You will receive notification of your successful application.
  • Successful applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an initial discussion.

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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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• About the company

  Ciena Corporation is an American telecommunications networking equipment and software services supplier based in Hanover, Maryland.

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