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.
Ciena is advancing global networking through software platforms that enable convergence across photonics, OTN, and Ethernet layers. This role contributes to embedded software development for these platforms, enabling scalable and high-performance network solutions. The position supports delivery of software systems that power modern global communications infrastructure.
How you will make an impact:
- 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
The must haves:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
- 1+ years of Embedded C and C++ programming languages
- Application of Linux and/or Zephyr kernel drivers and user space drivers
- Experience with BSP, security, and board bring-up
- Application of structured programming and design concepts
- Demonstrated interest and aptitude for software development
- Willingness to learn and apply new technologies
Nice to haves:
- 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 Range: The annual pay range for this position is $68,800 - $109,800
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.
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.
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