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. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

How You Will Contribute:

As a Waveserver Software Developer Co-op at Ciena, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our network solutions and contribute to the advancement of our innovative technology. Working in a dynamic team environment, you will bring fresh ideas and challenge yourself and others to continuously improve our projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Crafting, developing, testing, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing software that is critical to our network solutions.

Taking ownership of individual project priorities, assignments, and timelines, ensuring successful completion.

Engaging in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams including developers, customer support, quality assurance, and release managers.

The Must Haves:

· Working towards a degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field coupled with a proven track record in software development.

· Demonstrated ability to develop with one or more of the following programming languages

• C, C++.

· Experience working with Linux-based developer tools and debugging environment such as GNU, GCC, GDB etc.

Assets:

· A passion for developing embedded software solutions for performance and reliability.

Pay Range:

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.

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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.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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