We are seeking a Senior Network Architect with strong hands‑on and deep architectural expertise in Ciena routing and switching platforms , specifically the 31xx, 51xx and 81xx product families . The role also requires experience with Ciena Navigator , to design, automate, and operationalize large‑scale, carrier‑grade IP and Ethernet networks. This position blends architecture leadership, system integration, and practical configuration experience , ensuring designs are both creative and operationally sound.

Key Responsibilities

Architect, design, and hands‑on implement IP/MPLS and Ethernet network solutions using Ciena 31xx, 51xx and 81xx platforms

Define and maintain reference architectures, design standards, and configuration best practices

Develop and review HLD/LLD , topology diagrams, resiliency models, and capacity plans

Design and integrate OSS‑driven network workflows using:

Navigator NCS for network control, visibility, and lifecycle management

IP/MPLS, Segment Routing, and EVPN‑based services

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Ethernet services at scale

Traffic engineering, QoS, and high‑availability designs

Perform hands‑on configuration, testing, and validation , including lab and pre‑production environments

Guide operations and deployment teams to ensure seamless transition from design to production

Drive network modernization and automation initiatives , including platform migrations and OSS integration





Evaluate new Ciena features, APIs, and software releases; provide recommendations and adoption strategies

Act as the technical escalation point for complex network and OSS‑related issues

Mentor engineers and review technical designs and configurations

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

8+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture roles

Demonstrated hands‑on expertise with Ciena 31xx, 51xx and 81xx routing and switching platforms

Strong experience with Ciena Navigator NCS

Deep knowledge of: IP/MPLS, Segment Routing, EVPN, BGP, OSPF, IS‑IS, LDP, RSVP‑TE, Ethernet technologies (VLAN, QinQ, LAG, EVPN‑VPWS/VXLAN)

Experience designing high‑scale, high‑availability, and multi‑domain networks

Ability to translate operational and business requirements into automated, scalable architectures

Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and cross‑team communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Have been employed at Ciena in last 5 years

Experience in service provider or carrier‑grade environments

Knowledge of model‑driven networking , telemetry, and APIs (NETCONF/YANG, REST)

Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible)

Familiarity with closed‑loop automation and service assurance

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📌 Senior Network Architect – Ciena Routing, Switching (31xx, 51xx, 81xx, Navigator) (Quebec City)
🏢 Telence Solutions
📍 Quebec City