Ciena
Test Tools & Automation Full Stack Software Engineer
Ottawa · Mid
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About the role
- We're a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration.
- The position enables the development and deployment of software solutions used across global manufacturing environments, supporting product quality, test automation, and operational efficiency.
- Success in this rol e helps accelerate the introduction of advanced connectivity solutions into high-volume production.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
- Design software tools, frameworks, and applications for Windows and cloud-based platforms that support data collection and test automation.
- Deliver software solutions across presentation, application, business logic, and data access layers.
- Build scalable and documented software utilizing CI/CD pipelines and agile development methodologies.
- Drive standardization of test software frameworks across production environments.
- Collaborate with electrical, optical, systems, and research and development teams to define software requirements and specifications.
- Application of TypeScript, Angular, SCSS, ASP.NET, and REST service design and implementation.
- Utilization of test-driven development methodologies, software design patterns, data structures, agile development tools, and Jira.
Compensation
- The salary range for this role in Ottawa is $76, 700 - $122, 500
- 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.
Company info
- This role is part of Ciena's Data Acquisition and Test Engineering Tools team and contributes to the scalable production of next-generation modem technologies.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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