Routing/IP Software Engineer_New Grad

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

This role involves taking responsibility for designing, developing, testing, documenting, and analyzing modules or features within new or upgraded software systems and products. It includes executing implementations based on project plans and priorities. our engineers design and implement technologies that allow people to solve real world problems in Routing and Switching networks. Join our highly experienced team of engineers delivering:

• Next Generation Routing and Switching Solutions
• Solutions enabling Wireless, 5G, SDN, NFV and Virtualized oriented networks
  
  

What Does Ciena Expect of You?

• Initiative – you’re a self-starter who works with limited direction and is committed to delivering against aggressive deadlines.
• A customer first mentality – what’s important to the customer is also important to you.
• Agility – you are readily able to manage competing and ever-changing priorities and maintain a balanced and methodical approach to problem solving.
• Communication expertise – you possess the ability to tailor your message and ideas to the audience to ensure understanding and consensus.
• The flexibility to work independently and as part of a broader team – you thrive in a team environment, are comfortable working independently, and know how to get things done in a virtual environment.
• Relationship builder – with a proven ability to influence, you’re able to quickly develop trusted connections and get work done through others.
  
  

The Must Haves

• Excellent “C” programming skills in a Linux based development environment.
• Understanding of automation script (e.g. python)
• Good debugging (e.g. GDB) and trouble shooting skills over Linux platform.
• Knowledge of network topologies and DevOps (GIT, Jenkins)
• Basic understanding of Linux Kernel, TCP/IP stack, Ethernet, VLANs, Bridging and Routing.
• Working knowledge of MS Office tool suite (Word, Excel, power point)
  
  

Assets

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and dedicated to meeting deadlines independently.
• A willingness to learn and thrives in a collaborative team environment.
  
  

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