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.
Requirements
- Highly motivated, with strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle competing priorities.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders to deliver objectives.
- Ability to evaluate account opportunities and set direction quickly.
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-through.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and operate in fast-paced environments.
- Technical background in optical networking, including network engineering and sales engineering roles.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Experience working with engineering organizations to articulate technical concepts for end customers.
- Technical expertise in data networking including Carrier Ethernet, IP/MPLS, Segment Routing, EVPN and other IGP/EGP/transport/service networking protocols and IP network architectures.
- Preferred knowledge in DWDM networks, including Photonic Control Planes.
- Experience in positioning NMS systems as key elements for enabling automated networks.
- Familiarity with SDN, network virtualization as well as Public, Private and Edge cloud solutions.
- Familiarity with 4G and 5G wireless networking, xRAN and front/mid/backhaul network systems.
- Familiarity with automation, analytics, and AI usage in networking operations
- Demonstrable knowledge of coherent modems and their impact on Capex/Opex in real networks.
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to customer sites, R&D locations and technical conferences for customer engagements, technical discussions, and presentations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- 5-7 years of Sales Engineering or equivalent experience
Benefits
- 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
- Vacation time
- Paid Family Leave
