Software Engineering

Canada

Ottawa

Physical Wellbeing: The strong correlation between wellness and job performance means your health is of utmost importance to us. Our Global Wellbeing program provides you and your family direct access to resources and programs to improve your physical health.

Recognition Program: In addition to rewarding performance via our annual bonus, our reward program, 'bravo!' facilitates peer-to-peer and financial recognition for both teams and individuals.

Tuition Reimbursment: We will reimburse 100% of tuition, books, materials, and lab fees for a course or series of courses leading towards a degree or maintaining a degree related to your current position at Ciena or a position you are capable of attaining within the near future.

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Ciena (NYSE:CIEN) is a global leader in optical and routing systems, services, and automation software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to address ever-increasing digital demands for richer, more connected experiences for all users. For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our innate sense of humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. We prioritize deep, collaborative relationships within our teams, and alongside our customers, partners, and communities—local and global.

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Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox.Photonics Embedded Software Developer – Co-op (4 months – Fall 2024) Why Ciena?<ul><li>We’re a company rooted in people—seeking to create a vibrant and inclusive environment, where everyone feels they can belong.</li><li>Accelerate your career path by gaining hands-on experience and exposure to the latest technology. Our interns and graduates work on real projects in real time in world class labs. Be a part of tomorrow’s future – today.</li><li> Mentoring. Networking. Leadership Opportunities. We recognize that the learning doesn’t stop when you leave school - we champion a team environment for development and provide the tools to achieve success.</li><li>We are big proponents of life-work integration. Our people make a big difference at Ciena, but we want to shine light on their differences outside of working hours too. CienaCares supports non-profit causes important to employees by matching employee financial contributions and dedicating time for volunteering.</li></ul> The Opportunity:4 month work term: September – December 2024 How You Will Contribute:As an embedded software developer in a dynamic team environment, you will help enhance the quality of best-in-class optical networking products. The team develops leading-edge photonics software for the RLS platform, pushing boundaries in optical innovation.<ul><li>You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test cases which play a key role in ensuring the quality of optical networks using the RLS platform</li><li>You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, designers, produce verification and release management teams</li><li>You will participate in group design discussions to discuss solutions to problems, or ideas for feature enhancements</li><li>You will work in an agile development environment, producing high quality deliverables in rapid development cycles</li></ul> What Does Ciena Expect of You? <ul><li>A sense of urgency – what’s important to the customer is equally important to you. You make getting things done a priority.</li><li> Integrity – you hold yourself to the highest level of personal and professional standards of conduct.</li><li>A commitment to innovation – you continually seek to learn, understand new technologies and ever-changing market conditions, and endeavour to apply that knowledge to Ciena’s advantage.</li><li>You embrace change – thriving in a diverse environment of ever-changing priorities and sometimes stressful situations.</li><li>The flexibility to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a broader team.</li></ul> The Must Haves:<ul><li>Working towards completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer engineering, software engineering, or computer science</li><li>Foundational knowledge of C/C++ programming</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li></ul> Assets:<ul><li>Experience developing software for embedded systems or telecommunications products</li><li>Design and development tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, GDB</li><li>Unit test frameworks such as Google Test</li><li>YANG modeling language and toolchains</li></ul>

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Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox.Photonics Embedded Software Developer – Co-op (4 months – Fall 2024) Why Ciena?We’re a company rooted in people—seeking to create a vibrant and inclusive environment, where everyone feels they can belong.Accelerate your career path by gaining hands-on experience and exposure to the latest technology. Our interns and graduates work on real projects in real time in world class labs. Be a part of tomorrow’s future – today. Mentoring. Networking. Leadership Opportunities. We recognize that the learning doesn’t stop when you leave school - we champion a team environment for development and provide the tools to achieve success.We are big proponents of life-work integration. Our people make a big difference at Ciena, but we want to shine light on their differences outside of working hours too. CienaCares supports non-profit causes important to employees by matching employee financial contributions and dedicating time for volunteering. The Opportunity:4 month work term: September – December 2024 How You Will Contribute:As an embedded software developer in a dynamic team environment, you will help enhance the quality of best-in-class optical networking products. The team develops leading-edge photonics software for the RLS platform, pushing boundaries in optical innovation.You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test cases which play a key role in ensuring the quality of optical networks using the RLS platformYou will participate in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, designers, produce verification and release management teamsYou will participate in group design discussions to discuss solutions to problems, or ideas for feature enhancementsYou will work in an agile development environment, producing high quality deliverables in rapid development cycles What Does Ciena Expect of You? A sense of urgency – what’s important to the customer is equally important to you. You make getting things done a priority. Integrity – you hold yourself to the highest level of personal and professional standards of conduct.A commitment to innovation – you continually seek to learn, understand new technologies and ever-changing market conditions, and endeavour to apply that knowledge to Ciena’s advantage.You embrace change – thriving in a diverse environment of ever-changing priorities and sometimes stressful situations.The flexibility to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a broader team. The Must Haves:Working towards completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer engineering, software engineering, or computer scienceFoundational knowledge of C/C++ programmingExcellent written and oral communication skills Assets:Experience developing software for embedded systems or telecommunications productsDesign and development tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, GDBUnit test frameworks such as Google TestYANG modeling language and toolchains

Photonics Embedded Software Developer - Co-op (4 months - Fall 2024) - Ciena

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 Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox.
 
 .Photonics Embedded Software Developer – Co-op (4 months – Fall 2024)
 
 Why Ciena?
 <ul>
 <li> We’re a company rooted in people—seeking to create a vibrant and inclusive environment, where everyone feels they can belong.</li>
 <li> Accelerate your career path by gaining hands-on experience and exposure to the latest technology. Our interns and graduates work on real projects in real time in world class labs. Be a part of tomorrow’s future – today.</li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li> Mentoring. Networking. Leadership Opportunities. We recognize that the learning doesn’t stop when you leave school - we champion a team environment for development and provide the tools to achieve success.</li>
 <li> We are big proponents of life-work integration. Our people make a big difference at Ciena, but we want to shine light on their differences outside of working hours too. CienaCares supports non-profit causes important to employees by matching employee financial contributions and dedicating time for volunteering.</li>
 </ul>
 
 The Opportunity:
 4 month work term: September – December 2024
 
 How You Will Contribute:
 
 As an embedded software developer in a dynamic team environment, you will help enhance the quality of best-in-class optical networking products. The team develops leading-edge photonics software for the RLS platform, pushing boundaries in optical innovation.
 <ul>
 <li> You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test cases which play a key role in ensuring the quality of optical networks using the RLS platform</li>
 <li> You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, designers, produce verification and release management teams</li>
 <li> You will participate in group design discussions to discuss solutions to problems, or ideas for feature enhancements</li>
 <li> You will work in an agile development environment, producing high quality deliverables in rapid development cycles</li>
 </ul>
 
 What Does Ciena Expect of You? 
 <ul>
 <li>A sense of urgency – what’s important to the customer is equally important to you. You make getting things done a priority.</li>
 <li> Integrity – you hold yourself to the highest level of personal and professional standards of conduct.</li>
 <li> A commitment to innovation – you continually seek to learn, understand new technologies and ever-changing market conditions, and endeavour to apply that knowledge to Ciena’s advantage. </li>
 <li>You embrace change – thriving in a diverse environment of ever-changing priorities and sometimes stressful situations.</li>
 <li> The flexibility to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a broader team.</li>
 </ul>
 
 The Must Haves:
 <ul>
 <li> Working towards completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer engineering, software engineering, or computer science</li>
 <li> Foundational knowledge of C/C++ programming</li>
 <li> Excellent written and oral communication skills</li>
 </ul>
 
 Assets:
 <ul>
 <li> Experience developing software for embedded systems or telecommunications products</li>
 <li> Design and development tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, GDB</li>
 <li> Unit test frameworks such as Google Test</li>
 <li> YANG modeling language and toolchains</li>
 </ul>
 
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 Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox.
 
 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.
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 Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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 If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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Photonics Embedded Software Developer - Co-op (4 months - Fall 2024)

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Physical Wellbeing: The strong correlation between wellness and job performance means your health is of utmost importance to us. Our Global Wellbeing program provides you and your family direct access to resources and programs to improve your physical health.

Recognition Program: In addition to rewarding performance via our annual bonus, our reward program, 'bravo!' facilitates peer-to-peer and financial recognition for both teams and individuals.

Tuition Reimbursment: We will reimburse 100% of tuition, books, materials, and lab fees for a course or series of courses leading towards a degree or maintaining a degree related to your current position at Ciena or a position you are capable of attaining within the near future.