Ciena is a global leader in high‑speed connectivity, building software platforms that enable convergence across photonics, OTN, and Ethernet layers.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the software development life cycle from development through delivery to customers.
• Implement cross‑platform software and services across embedded systems including multi‑core CPUs, SoCs, Ethernet PHYs, FPGAs, and optics.
• Utilize Linux kernel components, TCP/IP stack, forwarding tables, IP filters, VLANs, and memory management in software design.
• Design and develop drivers, diagnostics, and applications using C, C++, and Python.
• Debug system defects and analyze performance and throughput issues.
• Port operating system elements across product families.
• Develop scripts, test utilities, and tools to improve development efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 1+ years of Embedded C and C++ programming experience.
• Experience with Linux and/or Zephyr kernel drivers and user‑space drivers.
• Experience with BSP, security,
  
  
  
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• Application of structured programming and design concepts.
• Demonstrated interest and aptitude for software development.
• Willingness to learn and apply new technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of real‑time operating systems concepts.
• Experience developing drivers in Zephyr.
• Ability to interpret CPU hardware architectures, functional specifications, and timing diagrams.
• Exposure to Agile or Waterfall software development methodologies.
• Familiarity with datacom and telecom concepts including DWDM, SONET/SDH, OTN, Ethernet, OSI model, TCP/IP, and MPLS.

Pay and Advantages

The annual pay range for this position is $68,800 - $109,800. 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. Ciena also complies with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.