Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
Responsibilities:
Research and implement software applications leveraging Large Language Models. Analyze and interpret complex datasets to create actionable insights and solutions. Develop, test, and implement predictive models and machine learning algorithms. Build software solutions to automate and streamline data analysis processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their business needs and provide data-driven solutions. Present findings to stakeholders in a clear and compelling manner. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our data systems are current and competitive.
Requirements:
Working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, or a related field. Strong proficiency in Python, with a good knowledge of its ecosystems. Experience in building and deploying machine learning models. Strong knowledge of data structures, data modelling, and software architecture. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate complex solutions in a simple, actionable way. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with cloud services like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure. Experience with linux-based systems and bash. Familiarity with Kubernetes and Docker. Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Plotly, Matplotlib, Grafana, or similar. Experience with big data tools such as SQL, Pandas, Spark, or similar. Experience with ML tools such as xgboost, mlflow, scikit-learn, tensorflow, kedro Experience with GenAI tools such as langchain, langgraph, langflow. Knowledge of Agile methodologies. Proven experience in data management and data preprocessing. Professional certifications related to data science or machine learning would be a plus. Domain knowledge in Networking work be a plus.
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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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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• Integrity
• Velocity
• Innovation
• Outstanding People
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