Senior Software Engineer

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

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in an embedded software development role within a networking or telecommunications environment
• Application of BSP development, security features, and board bring-up
• Development of Linux kernel drivers and user space drivers
• Application of embedded systems concepts including Linux operating systems, mutual exclusion, synchronization, interrupt handling, and inter-process communication
• Background in datacom and telecom concepts such as DWDM, OTN, Ethernet, and TCP/IP
• Debugging using tools such as GDB and Valgrind
• Verbal and technical writing skills

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision plans
• 401(K)
• DCPP
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Vacation time
• Paid Family Leave
• Other leaves of absence