Automation Engineer

Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

We’re looking for early in career candidates (2+ years exp) interested in developing advanced AI-driven test automation skills. This is a hybrid role in Ottawa (required to be in office 3 days a week)

• You will innovate with efficient test automation written in multi-language framework and Python as core, in a virtualized, micro-services oriented, container-based system architecture. This is an exciting time to join Ciena, as we aggressively drive our product portfolio forward into the future of advanced networking services.

• Always continue learning, developing in-depth technology skills and leadership: System and network virtualization (Containers, SDN, NFV), Python, Artificial Intelligence, Advanced IP Routing – Segment Routing, SRv6, BGP, EVPN and more.

• Explore and implement AI-powered testing tools and techniques to enhance test automation, efficiency, and coverage

• Leverage AI to develop Automated tests using AI/ML tools, Gen-AI, leading to faster and more efficient testing

• Trouble shoot customer and Internal reported issues: identify root cause, diagnose, debug document and help in faster resolution

• Work in an agile development environment and participate in sprint activities to plan and produce rapid cycle, high quality deliverables, co-ordinate activities across scrums

Why is this role important within Ciena? What impact can you expect to have?

• Ciena packet software and hardware technologies are deployed in Global Networks, Private and Public Cloud Solutions, 5G, and SD-WAN

• Influence design of market-leading products as the network infrastructure transitions to 5G, Edge cloud and disaggregated cloud architectures

Must Haves:

• Requires hands-on in-depth knowledge with scripting in Python, Linux shell, git and pytest

• Understanding and applications of Object-Oriented Programming, algorithms and data structures

• Experience in developing Automated tests using AI, Gen-AI, AI/ML tools is desired

• Understanding of Software development using AI and AI-driven testing methodologies.

• Understanding of AI, machine learning, and related concepts is important

• Knowledge of TCP-IP and Linux OS is desired

• Excellent verbal and written communicator with the ability to absorb, germinate, and evolve new ideas in collaboration with other contributors, effectively able to collaborate with diverse teams

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related discipline

Pay Range:

The salary for this role is $74, 500 - $119, 100 CDN

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. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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