Senior Python Fullstack Developer

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

As a Senior Software Developer within the Blue Planet team, you will play a key role in designing, developing, testing, and supporting scalable software solutions tailored for carrier-class networks and cloud environments. This role requires a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to deliver high-quality, modular code that is built to scale and last.

You Will

• Collaborate with global teams to design, develop, and deliver scalable software solutions for Blue Planet.
• Mentor and support team members while fostering collaboration across the wider Blue Planet organization.
• Attend stakeholder discussions, present work, and provide technical recommendations.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to improve platform quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to coding, design, and performance.
  
  

The Must Haves

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering, Computer Applications, or related field.
• 4+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong object-oriented design and coding skills with expertise in Python and some exposure to Java as well.
• Knowledge of UI side with Angular, Javascript, HTML, CSS.
• Experience in building highly interactive web applications with focus on performance, scalability, usability, accessibility, and security.
• Solid knowledge of software development practices including design patterns, data structures, and test-driven development.
• Experience with distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, relational and graph databases.
• Ability to work effectively in an Agile environment.
• Hands-on experience with Git, Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Grafana.
  
  

Assets

• Knowledge of Scala, Tosca, UI frameworks, and Java full stack development.
• Familiarity with CI/CD frameworks and containerization platforms.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
  
  

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