- Location
- Canada- Ottawa- 5050 Innovation- Bldg A
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
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 make an impact:
- Design and lead comprehensive test plans and procedures for validating test stations and systems
- Develop, optimize, and debug automated test sequences using MATLAB, NI TestStand, or Python
- Drive innovation in test station validation through new strategies and tools that improve efficiency and reliability
- Perform advanced testing and debugging of electrical circuits, Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), and integrated test systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex test station issues and improve system performance
- Conduct hardware verification activities including functional, performance, and stress testing to validate design compliance
- Mentor junior engineers and guide test station validation methodologies and best practices
The must haves:
- Education: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering OR Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in test engineering, hardware validation, or a related discipline
- Proven development of automated test systems using MATLAB, NI TestStand, or Python
- Application of electrical circuit analysis and hardware testing principles
- Application of hardware verification including functional, performance, and stress testing
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges
- Leadership demonstrated through mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives
Nice to haves:
- Familiarity with optical networking hardware and systems
Pay Range: CAD 74,200.00 - 118,400.00
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.
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.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
