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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. Are you ready to lead the engineering of cutting-edge submarine cable systems that connect the world?
Ciena is seeking a Network Engineer to play a pivotal role in delivering world-class submarine solutions. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Field Service Project Management, you'll be the technical authority driving the design, implementation, and testing of Ciena's submarine cable systems. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and have a passion for innovation, this is your opportunity to make an impact. How You Will Contribute:
Collaborate with Systems/Network Engineering teams to finalize high-level designs and equipment Bill of Quantities (BOQs), including third-party components, and oversee the production and approval of detailed low-level designs like equipment layouts, software configurations, and signal interconnects. Integrate specialist engineering resources to build comprehensive systems, including DWDM transport, switching, DCN networks, synchronization, and network management, ensuring seamless functionality. Define, produce, critique, and approve test plans and Methods of Procedure for in-station, segment, and network testing, ensuring compliance with specifications and commercial viability. Serve as the technical interface with customer representatives, coordinating resources and bringing in product specialists as required to ensure alignment and satisfaction. Lead field commissioning teams through in-station, segment, and network commissioning, ensuring resources are skilled and prepared for successful implementation while managing 'as-built' documentation for compliance. Collaborate across teams, including Project Management, Systems Engineering, and Deployment Services, to ensure timely and successful delivery of networks into the field. Manage technical issue resolution during implementation, driving root cause investigations and ensuring solutions align with specifications, while continuously reviewing and improving methods and procedures to optimize time, cost, and quality.
The Must Haves:
Expertise in technical planning across areas such as optical transmission systems (Submarine and Long Haul), Ethernet transport and switching, DCN networks, IP addressing, and network management systems. Proven experience in planning and engineering telecommunications equipment deployments, preferably in the submarine market. Formal engineering education through university or a recognized vocational apprenticeship. Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience with turn-up and testing of submarine DWDM systems.
The Assets:
Strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate across teams and with customer representatives. Ability to manage complex technical challenges and drive solutions to completion. Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in time, cost, and quality.
Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position in the USA is $96,900 - 154,700 USD The annual pay range for this position in Canada is $89,100 - 142,300 CAD Busqueda laboral equitativa: El empleador solo podra solicitarle la informacion estrictamente necesaria para el desempeno en el trabajo que se ofrece (Ley 6471 de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires) Equitable job search: The employer may only request information strictly necessary for the performance of the job offered (Act 6471 of the City of Buenos Aires). #LI-BS1
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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox.
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 anEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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Ciena
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
Aug 16, 2025