Ciena
R&D AI Platform Engineer / Administrator
Ottawa
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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.
- Ciena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, enabling innovation across optical networks, routing and switching, and network control systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and deploy on-premises AI infrastructure using Kubernetes and Docker to host open-source and open-weight models
- Implement and manage model serving solutions including SGLang to optimize inference performance on shared infrastructure
- Configure and maintain AI application stack components including LiteLLM, Open WebUI, Milvus, and Langfuse
- Ensure adherence to enterprise security policies to protect intellectual property and maintain compliance with R&D governance standards
- Collaborate with AI architects and product teams to identify requirements and deliver scalable platform capabilities
- Deliver documentation and guidance to enable internal users to effectively utilize AI platform services
- Support of design workstations or CI/CD pipeline environments
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
- We're a technology company that leads with our humanity-driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
- The position plays a critical role in establishing and scaling an internal AI platform that supports innovation across Global R&D.
Requirements
- Ability to translate technical constraints into business-aligned outcomes for stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or Math/Stats
Skills
- Application of private cloud architectures, including OpenStack-based environments
Compensation
- The annual pay range for this position is C$93,900 - C$150,100.
- 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.
Benefits
- This role contributes to the "AI for Engineering" vision by advancing secure, on-premises AI capabilities for product development.
- We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
- Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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