Ciena
WaveLogic Software Intern (Summer 2027)
Atlanta · Intern · Internship
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About the role
- Troubleshoot and resolve reported embedded software issues by identifying root causes, diagnosing defects, debugging, and delivering fixes.
- Good knowledge of embedded systems, device drivers (e.g., GPIO, I2C drivers), Linux/RTOS operating system knowledge, mutual exclusion, synchronization, interrupt handling, inter-process communication, memory management, etc.
Responsibilities
- Work with experienced teams to help develop, validate, and improve software capabilities that support network solutions.
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
- Develop understanding and expertise in next-generation network solutions using optical transport and switching technologies such as OTN and Ethernet.
- Develop embedded software skills to design, develop, validate, and document advanced networking features and capabilities deployed in service provider networks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test next-generation modem technologies.
- Collaborates well in a team environment
Requirements
- Positive work attitude, highly motivated, with the ability to seek out answers and learn independently
- Familiarity with datacom & telecom concepts such as DWDM, OTN, Ethernet, TCP/IP
- Ability to understand CPU hardware architectures, hardware functional specifications, and hardware timing diagrams
Skills
- As a WaveLogic Software Intern, gain hands-on experience contributing to next-generation optical networking technologies.
- C, C++ programming language experience
- Strong verbal and technical writing skills
Compensation
- The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $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.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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