Automation Engineer

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Ottawa, ON
In-Office
Cloud • Hardware • Internet of Things • Other • Software • Semiconductor • Utilities
Ciena is a networking systems, services, and software company.
The Role

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.

We are looking for an early in career candidate interested in developing advanced AI-driven test automation skills. Duties include:

  • You will innovate with efficient test automation written in multi-language framework and Python as core, in a virtualized, micro-services oriented, container-based system architecture. This is an exciting time to join Ciena, as we aggressively drive our product portfolio forward into the future of advanced networking services.

  • Always continue learning, developing in-depth technology skills and leadership: System and network virtualization (Containers, SDN, NFV), Python, Artificial Intelligence, Advanced IP Routing – Segment Routing, SRv6, BGP, EVPN and more.

  • Explore and implement AI-powered testing tools and techniques to enhance test automation, efficiency, and coverage

  • Leverage AI to develop Automated tests using AI/ML tools, Gen-AI, leading to faster and more efficient testing

  • Trouble shoot customer and Internal reported issues: identify root cause, diagnose, debug document and help in faster resolution

  • Work in an agile development environment and participate in sprint activities to plan and produce rapid cycle, high quality deliverables, co-ordinate activities across scrums

Why is this role important within Ciena? What impact can you expect to have?

  • Ciena packet software and hardware technologies are deployed in Global Networks, Private and Public Cloud Solutions, 5G, and SD-WAN

  • Influence design of market-leading products as the network infrastructure transitions to 5G, Edge cloud and disaggregated cloud architectures

Must Haves:

  • Requires hands-on in-depth knowledge with scripting in Python, Linux shell, git and pytest

  • Understanding and applications of Object-Oriented Programming, algorithms and data structures

  • Experience in developing Automated tests using AI, Gen-AI, AI/ML tools is desired

  • Understanding and Experience in testing IP Routing Protocols like BGP, ISIS, OSPF, L3VPN, EVPN, IPv6 is desired

  • Understanding of AI, machine learning, and related concepts is important

  • Knowledge of TCP-IP and Linux OS is desired

  • Excellent verbal and written communicator with the ability to absorb, germinate, and evolve new ideas in collaboration with other contributors, effectively able to collaborate with diverse teams

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related discipline

Pay Range:

The salary range for this role is $74, 500 - $119, 100

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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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.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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The Company
HQ: Hanover, MD
9,561 Employees
Year Founded: 1992

What We Do

Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) is a global leader in networking systems, services, and software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to enable our customers to deliver richer, more connected experiences for all users. At our core, Ciena is a company rooted in people. We prioritize deep, collaborative relationships within our teams and alongside our customers, partners, and communities around the world.

For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. We continue to lead the evolution of networking with a strong track record of industry firsts. As end-user expectations skyrocket, our customers and their networks must transform. Ciena powers this transformation by driving next-generation solutions built for maximum openness and agility—today and into the future.



Corporate/Brand Values:

• Customer First
• Integrity
• Velocity
• Innovation
• Outstanding People

We're the perfect size for you to make an impact. W

Only Ciena has the depth of expertise and the culture of collaboration and partnership required to help our partners evolve. We do this by strategically integrating hardware, services, and software in an open environment to ensure our clients’ networks are ‘fit for flexibility’ today and into the f

Why Work With Us

We are known for our industry-firsts, including the first coherent optical solution, converged packet-optical platform, and intelligence automation platform. Our commitment extends beyond innovation, logging in over 35,000 volunteer hours and $2 million to worthy causes in 2023. We're the perfect size and culture for you to make a difference.

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