Job Description

Since 1992, Ciena has been driven by a relentless pursuit of network innovation. We believe in a network that grows smarter, more agile, and more responsive every day. This means that when you digitally interact in your world - picking up the phone, streaming video, texting a friend or loved one – your interactions are being enabled by Ciena technologies. Ciena makes your social / entertainment / business existence REAL.
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified below and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The innovations that wow us (driverless cars), and those we now take for granted (the ability stream your favorite show on your mobile) are the products of ingenuity from some brilliant and forward-thinking companies. And those companies rely on Ciena, another vanguard of innovation, to create and advance the underlying networks that bring their breakthroughs to our doorsteps. VR, AI, IOT, 5G … literally none of it would be possible without the mind-boggling technology that makes the internet itself work. For more than 25 years, Ciena has been the global leader in networking strategy, and our technology has been part of the critical infrastructure running within the most sophisticated companies in the world.
He/She will be responsible to craft, develop and support software specializing in different NMS/EMS layers to support network elements using multiple technologies like DWDM, Optical Switches and Multi-Service edge products.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate/support release/design lead on successful delivery of release/features.
• Implement code according to the design while meeting project deadlines. Compliance with organization-wide adopted conventions and procedures (architecture, code review, etc) and deliver quality work you're doing to testing groups.
• Provide inputs in the detailed design.
• Development and execution of unit test cases.
• Support the technical leadership to tackle and fix defects.

SKILLS

• Strong analysis, coding, testing, and documentation skills.
• Proficient in Object Oriented Concepts, data structures, algorithms.
• Knowledge of Operating system concepts.
• Knowledge of Networking Concepts.
• Hands-on in any one or more of the following (Academic project in any of these or related areas would be a plus) :
  • C/C++
  • Java/Javascript
  • Python
  • Javascript/HTML/CSS/Jquery
  • Scala

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS/SKILLS

• Exposure to micro-service architecture using Docker and Git configuration management will be a bonus.
• Exposure to Linux/Unix environment will be an added advantage.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Independent self-starter and committed to delivering as per deadlines.
• Comfortable in a team environment.

EDUCATION

• Undergoing MCA or M.Tech/MSc in Electronics and Communication, Computer Science.

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.
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