Job Description

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.
How You Will Contribute :
As a Senior Full-Stack Application Developer, you will report to the Engineering Manager - Application Development and play a key role in building, enhancing, and modernizing enterprise applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams across North America to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions.
Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain Web and Windows applications using .NET technologies. Migrate legacy applications to Microsoft Azure cloud platforms. Develop and maintain APIs, web services, and backend components. Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions. Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide on-call support as needed.

The Must Haves:Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Experience: Minimum 7 years of professional software development experience. Technical Skills: + Proficiency in C#, .NET Core, VB.NET, Python, Angular, JavaScript, HTML, CSS.
+ Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, LINQ, and backend development.
+ Hands-on experience with Azure services (App Services, Functions, Containers, Storage).
+ Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, Git, GitHub, and TDD.
+ Experience with secure coding practices and SAST/DAST tools.


AssetsExperience with SSIS, SSRS, and advanced SQL Server features. Knowledge of front-end frameworks like Bootstrap and third-party tools like Telerik, Kendo UI. Exposure to Machine Learning technologies and AWS cloud services. Familiarity with Hardware Security Modules (HSM) and FIPS compliance. Azure Developer or DevOps Engineer certification.

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