Ciena
Experienced Photonic Card Software Developer
Ottawa · Mid
Sponsorship not specified$127k-$800kDetected 25 days ago
C++CGitLinuxRESTEmbedded SystemsElectrical EngineeringTest AutomationTCP/IPCollaborationBitbucket
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Lottery odds (Level IV)94
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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.
- Join a team delivering embedded software for RLS Interface Management modules that enable high-performance networking solutions.
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 and develop high-performance C/C++ software for embedded systems operating on Linux or VxWorks platforms.
- Implement real-time operating system and networking protocol functionality to meet system performance and reliability requirements.
- Develop modular and scalable software solutions aligned with system requirements.
- Design and implement automated testing scripts and integrate testing activities into the development lifecycle.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and optimize embedded software to improve reliability, performance, and resource utilization.
- Collaborate with factory teams to enable testing and calibration of new modules.
- Collaborate with peer teams and third-party vendors to maintain alignment on software requirements, defect resolution, and delivery schedules.
- Experience developing software for data-driven architectures, YANG, REST, JSON, and XML.
Compensation
- The salary range for this role is $79, 800 - $127, 600
- 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.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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