Senior Manager Embedded Software Engineering job opportunity at Ciena Corporation.



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Ciena Corporation Senior Manager Embedded Software Engineering
Experience: 10-years
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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. Are you ready to lead, inspire, and mentor a talented team of software developers while driving innovation in embedded software on the fastest growing Ciena product? We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Software Development Manager to drive the development and delivery of cutting-edge optical software on the Reconfigurable Line System (RLS)  Product.   As a key leader in the RLS Software team , you will have the opportunity to work with other software and system team members to shape the next generation of scalable optical products. We are on the leading edge of this incredible  AI growth together with Cloud and Service providers. Feeling bold?  Join Us!  How you will contribute: Manage and lead a team of software engineers in the development and implementation of embedded software. Ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions within set schedule and budget. Work closely with other team leaders and stakeholders, including systems architects, hardware , FPGA, drivers teams to align to development strategies and timelines. Foster a culture of no compromises on quality. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team. Provide coaching, mentorship and feedback for your team members. Regularly review and evaluate the team's performance and compensation. What You'll Bring (Must-Haves) Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or a related field. 10+ years of software engineering experience 3+ years of engineering leadership; managing or team leading real time development team Experience with embedded software development, card and module bring up, Linux/VxWorks and RTOS device drivers, HAL, alarming, control and management software.  Key languages: C/C++. Demonstrated success leading complex software products through the full product Life Cycle (definition, development, delivery, maintenance, end-of-life). Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities, initiative, and attention to detail. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Nice to Have (Preferred) Experience with TCP/IP, layer 2 and layer 3 networking. Experience managing work with 3rd party suppliers Optical Knowledge Experience with RLS, WaveServer or 6500 The salary range for this role, in Canada, is: $139, 400.00 - 222,000.00 #LI-JD 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.

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