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.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software components using C programming.
• Implement and manage YANG data models to support robust network configuration and management.
• Integrate software with Northbound Interfaces (NBIs) such as CLI, REST, gRPC, and NETCONF.
• Apply advanced data structures and algorithms to enhance performance and system reliability.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative and adaptive networking solutions.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and improve software components for efficiency and scalability.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and incorporate relevant advancements into software designs.
• 2–8 years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C programming.
• Expertise in implementing efficient solutions using data structures and algorithms.
• Hands-on experience with YANG data models.
• Knowledge of NBIs including CLI, REST, gRPC, and NETCONF.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in network management systems or the telecommunications domain.
• Familiarity with Linux or Unix environments.
• Exposure to Software‑Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV).
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Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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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.
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• Customer First
• Integrity
• Velocity
• Innovation
• Outstanding People
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