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Ciena Corporation PON Software Engineer, Hybrid - Ottawa
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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: As a Software Engineer at Ciena, you will play a key role in developing industry-leading management software for Passive Optical Networking (PON) products. You will design, implement, and test software solutions in C, Python, Go, and Web technologies to support next-generation network technologies, including 10Gbps PON, Software Defined Networking (SDN), and Layer 2/3 data networking. Your contributions will focus on enhancing Ciena’s PON Management software and SAOS embedded platforms, enabling new features, customers, and markets while accelerating time-to-market for PON products.   Develop the next generation of Routing and Switching software solutions supporting 10Gbps network technologies, Passive Optical Networking, Software Defined Networking (SDN), and applications for Layer 2/3 data networking on a wide range of host platforms. Contribute new features to Ciena’s PON Management software and SAOS embedded software and platforms, enabling new customers and markets. Design, implement and test C, Python, Go, and Web host software for a PON network. Contribute to projects that accelerate time to market for Ciena’s PON products.   The Must Haves: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or foreign equivalent with 7+ years of experience in a software development role, preferably in a data networking or telecommunications environment. Proficiency in C/C++. Python, Object Oriented Design, embedded software, and software engineering principles. Solid understanding of the Linux operating system, including tools, scripting, system calls, socket programming, databases, and software development in a Linux environment. Use of tools and infrastructure such as GIT, Bitbucket, JIRA, Docker buildx, and Yocto. Demonstrable experience working with remote teams distributed across the globe. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.   Assets: Design experience in the following areas: Ethernet, VLAN, QoS, IPv4, IPv6, and L2/L3 access network switching and routing Broadband technologies including PON (FTTx), OLT and ONT/ONU, BNG Network management, NETCONF/YANG, gRPC/gNMI, Telemetry, REST Docker, SDN, NFV, disaggregated network solutions Database applications, preferably MongoDB or JSON-like database Experience with secure networking technologies, SSH, TLS, X.509 certificates, CVE Familiarity with Web development frameworks such as Angular and Django, user interface design, and Reactive Web Design Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $99,200.00 - $158,400.00 CAD #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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