Build embedded C and C++ functionality for Ciena’s 6500 system, working on real-time operating systems and network infrastructure. Contribute across development, testing, debugging, and maintenance.

As a Software Engineer, you will support the full software development lifecycle for Ciena’s flagship Packet Optical Transport Portfolio. The work spans current functionality, defect reduction, scripts, test utilities, documentation, and development aids. You will collaborate with engineers, architects, product verification, and test teams.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop recent C and C++ functionality for real-time devices
Develop, test, document, debug, and maintain applications
Reduce backlog defects across software components
Create scripts, test utilities,



and development aids
Resolve problems with product verification and test teams

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
Previous internship, co-op, or relevant applied project experience
Embedded C and C++ programming experience
Fundamentals of structured programming and design concepts
Interest, aptitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn

Apply embedded C++, real-time software, and lifecycle development skills to Ciena’s 6500 networking platform.
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📌 Embedded C++ Software Engineer Ottawa (Canada)
🏢 Ciena Canada
📍 Canada