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.
Are you passionate about advancing automation to drive efficiency and innovation? This opportunity on Ciena’s Digital Platforms and Innovation team centres on shaping impactful automation solutions that enhance processes, optimize workflows, and support scalable digital capabilities.
How you will make an impact:
• Develop and optimize automation workflows using Microsoft Power Automate and Slack Workflows to streamline operations.
• Build robust automation solutions with Python programming and Linux bash scripting.
• Accelerate development using AI‑driven coding assistants such as VSCode Copilot.
• Enhance user interfaces through webpage scripting with PHP and JavaScript.
• Integrate REST and GraphQL APIs to enable seamless communication across systems.
• Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker.
• Build web applications using Python frameworks including Flask and Django.
The must haves:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in automation engineering or related roles.
• Proficiency in Python and bash with strong experience in Linux environments.
• Hands‑on expertise with Microsoft Power Automate and Slack Workflows.
• Strong understanding of API integrations (REST, GraphQL) and web development using PHP and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with Docker and Python frameworks such as Flask and Django.
• Advanced analytical skills with experience conducting data analysis in Excel.
Nice to haves:
• Experience using AI‑driven coding assistants such as VSCode Copilot.
• Knowledge of webpage styling and optimization techniques.
• Strong communication capabilities and a collaborative working style.
• Certifications in automation tools or Python development.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
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.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in automation engineering or related roles
- Proficiency in Python and bash with strong experience in Linux environments
- Hands‑on expertise with Microsoft Power Automate and Slack Workflows
- Strong understanding of API integrations (REST, GraphQL) and web development using PHP and JavaScript
- Familiarity with Docker and Python frameworks such as Flask and Django
- Advanced analytical skills with experience conducting data analysis in Excel
Ciena Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ciena and has not been reviewed or approved by Ciena.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is often characterized as competitive or above-market in certain roles and regions, with references to market-aligned salary ranges and transparency around pay bands.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is frequently framed as comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision, with indications that coverage can extend to dependents and is viewed as a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as flexible and generous, including Flex/uncapped PTO in many cases and additional paid time for volunteering.
Ciena Insights
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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