Top Benefits
About 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 experienced, Automation Test Engineer for Solutions testing who is passionate about advancing the state-of-the-art and about delivering innovative products in networking and routing technologies. You will work on market-leading technologies such as Passive Optical Networking, Flexible Ethernet and Segment Routing, 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.
Establish yourself as an Automation Test Engineer with an opportunity to contribute, and eventually lead, the testing of the next generation of applications in Passive Optical Networking, EVPN, Segment Routing and other virtualized networking applications.
Our team is always continuing to learning and develop skills in technologies: system and network virtualization (Containers, SDN, NFV), advanced routing, BGP, Segment Routing, EVPN, LDP, MPLS, fast switchover technologies, Ethernet services, AI/Datacenters and more.
The role is to provide detailed implementations for test coverage, automation, validation, and documentation to deliver high quality, functionally excellent products.
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 and what impact can you expect to have?
- Ciena packet software and hardware technologies are deployed in Global Networks, Private and Public Cloud Solutions and AI Datacenters, 4G/5G communications, and SD-WAN.
- Influence the automation methodology and framework for the test organization in the PON Solution Area.
What type of work environment will you be working in? Who are the key teams with whom you will interact?
Partner with peer development scrums and technology leaders to ensure excellent cross-component QA strategy and coverage in various protocols. This is a 4 day a week onsite role in Ottawa.
What technical experience and/or professional and personal skills are required for this role?
- 3-5 years working in a similar role in Automation and/or Testing.
- Requires strong automation programming experience, especially with Python, for testing of networking features in an agile environment.
- Understanding of Ethernet (L2) protocols, IP network, Routing Protocols, MPLS is a strong benefit.
- Customer and Quality advocate – be able to review, provide comments and approve Functional specifications, Technical Requirements, Design test plans for high quality product and higher customer satisfaction.
- Hands-on member of the team, who can root cause and solve defects, often working with cross-functional teams, software design and automaton framework
- Developed skills as an excellent verbal and written communicator
- Familiarity with product cycles and deployment journeys for carrier class products in Service Provider customer environments.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline.
Pay Range:
The salary range for this role in Ottawa is $90, 000 - $110, 200
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.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
About Ciena
Ciena (NYSE:CIEN) is a global leader in optical and routing systems, services, and automation software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to address ever-increasing digital demands for richer, more connected experiences for all users. For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our innate sense of humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. We prioritize deep, collaborative relationships within our teams, and alongside our customers, partners, and communities—local and global.
Top Benefits
About 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 experienced, Automation Test Engineer for Solutions testing who is passionate about advancing the state-of-the-art and about delivering innovative products in networking and routing technologies. You will work on market-leading technologies such as Passive Optical Networking, Flexible Ethernet and Segment Routing, 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.
Establish yourself as an Automation Test Engineer with an opportunity to contribute, and eventually lead, the testing of the next generation of applications in Passive Optical Networking, EVPN, Segment Routing and other virtualized networking applications.
Our team is always continuing to learning and develop skills in technologies: system and network virtualization (Containers, SDN, NFV), advanced routing, BGP, Segment Routing, EVPN, LDP, MPLS, fast switchover technologies, Ethernet services, AI/Datacenters and more.
The role is to provide detailed implementations for test coverage, automation, validation, and documentation to deliver high quality, functionally excellent products.
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 and what impact can you expect to have?
- Ciena packet software and hardware technologies are deployed in Global Networks, Private and Public Cloud Solutions and AI Datacenters, 4G/5G communications, and SD-WAN.
- Influence the automation methodology and framework for the test organization in the PON Solution Area.
What type of work environment will you be working in? Who are the key teams with whom you will interact?
Partner with peer development scrums and technology leaders to ensure excellent cross-component QA strategy and coverage in various protocols. This is a 4 day a week onsite role in Ottawa.
What technical experience and/or professional and personal skills are required for this role?
- 3-5 years working in a similar role in Automation and/or Testing.
- Requires strong automation programming experience, especially with Python, for testing of networking features in an agile environment.
- Understanding of Ethernet (L2) protocols, IP network, Routing Protocols, MPLS is a strong benefit.
- Customer and Quality advocate – be able to review, provide comments and approve Functional specifications, Technical Requirements, Design test plans for high quality product and higher customer satisfaction.
- Hands-on member of the team, who can root cause and solve defects, often working with cross-functional teams, software design and automaton framework
- Developed skills as an excellent verbal and written communicator
- Familiarity with product cycles and deployment journeys for carrier class products in Service Provider customer environments.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline.
Pay Range:
The salary range for this role in Ottawa is $90, 000 - $110, 200
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.
Not ready to apply? Join our
Talent Community
to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox.
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.
About Ciena
Ciena (NYSE:CIEN) is a global leader in optical and routing systems, services, and automation software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to address ever-increasing digital demands for richer, more connected experiences for all users. For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our innate sense of humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. We prioritize deep, collaborative relationships within our teams, and alongside our customers, partners, and communities—local and global.