Software Developer- Angular & Node.js

Overview

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.

Blue Planet, a division of Ciena, drives innovation in automation software that empowers customers to build adaptive networks. This role offers the opportunity to shape high‑quality software used across global, mission‑critical environments while contributing to an engineering culture focused on excellence, collaboration, and impact.

How you will make an impact:

Collaborate with project managers, team leads, and cross‑functional partners to deliver high‑quality software solutions.

• Analyze project objectives and translate them into clear, phase‑specific requirements.
• Define, document, and manage requirements for entire project phases.
• Break down requirements into actionable development tasks.
• Ensure timely, high‑quality delivery across all assigned development activities.
• Review and contribute to test plans across phases and integrations.
• Support design efforts through strong high‑level and low‑level software design expertise.
  
  

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

• 1 year of industry experience working with Angular and Node.js.
• Hands‑on experience with relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency in unit and integration test development.
• Strong working knowledge of Linux environments.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
  
  

Master’s degree in a relevant field.

• Experience with Java, Neo4j, REST API development, Akka, Kafka, Docker, or Kubernetes.
• Scripting proficiency in Python or Shell.
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and multithreading.
• Process‑oriented mindset with the ability to operate independently.
  
  

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