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.
How You Will Contribute:
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving test strategies, test plans, and test execution for Ciena’s WaveLogic Optical Modem. Additionally, the candidate will support field activities and frequently interact with customers, PLM, and R&D.
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Develop comprehensive test plans to validate customer use-cases and product capabilities
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Build test environment for test execution while considering potential and likely interactions across different features of the product
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Perform validation testing activities,
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Report defects and follow up on their closure with design team
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Develop Python automation test cases for execution efficiency and augment existing automated test cases
The Must Haves:
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Knowledge of optical technology and photonics
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Experience working with developing automation with Python
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Understanding of software testing
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Understanding of Linux operation systems and standard tools
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Knowledge of automation languages such as Python and should be able to write, execute and fix automation scripts
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in troubleshooting
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Strong commitment to product excellence and quality, with ability to understand customers’ perspective
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Communication skills, presentation, and public speaking
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Strong verbal and written communications skills, to effectively communicate/collaborate in multi-site environment.
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Knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices
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Understanding of IP and Ethernet networking concepts, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and VLANs
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Understanding of CLI, JSON, and SDKs and how to use them to effectively communicate with and configure devices
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Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Optical Communications
In Person Work Requirements:
Work from Atlanta office at 1120 Sanctuary Parkway Alpharetta GA, Tuesday to Thursday.
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is $26.50-$37.50
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.
In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.
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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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• Customer First
• Integrity
• Velocity
• Innovation
• Outstanding People
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