Optical Network Embedded Software Engineer - New Grad
Ciena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, focused on delivering innovative technology to optical networks. The role involves developing real-time embedded software for optical network products, participating in all stages of software development, and troubleshooting integration and performance issues. Responsibilities Developing real time embedded C/C++ software for the optical network products, which may include enhancing existing software, creating new features, and supporting new hardware introduction for rapid time to market following an Agile development process Participating in all stages of software development - requirements analysis, design and prototyping, implementation, testing, and eventually maintenance support Troubleshooting hardware and software integration as well as performance issues. Work with hardware, software, verification and system engineering teams to identify root causes for issues Field support, helping investigate and collect information to resolve performance or design issues found in current or previous designs Skills Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field coupled with a proven track record in software development Demonstrated ability to develop software in C/C++ and Object-oriented design Experience working with Linux-based developer tools and debugging environment such as GNU, GCC, GDB, Insight Knowledge of development tools such as Git, JIRA, Yocto, Docker, Bitbucket Familiarity with CI frameworks such as Jenkins, Grafana, Kubernetes Familiarity with the benefits of microservice architecture Familiarity with developing software on multi-processor, concurrent systems (good knowledge of mutual exclusion, synchronization, inter-process communication, scheduling, resource management, etc.) Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and perform fault isolation and usage of source code debug tools and analyzers Independent self-starter and committed to delivering on aggressive deadlines but also comfortable working in a team environment 1+ years related experience (see The Must Haves section) Proven experience developing software embedded solutions engineered for performance and reliability on multi-processor, highly concurrent systems Benefits 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 Vacation time Company Overview Ciena collaborates with customers to unlock the strategic potential of their networks and and change the way they perform and compete. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is