IP/MPLS Resident 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.

How Will You Contribute:

Customer-facing senior technical team representative focused on Tier 1 IP network solutions.  This position requires a very strong understanding of Ciena Solutions and customer applications. It is a highly technical role, providing post-sales support of Ciena products. This SME will be responsible for providing assistance to customers and other Ciena regional engineers performing technical tasks, including development of test plans, lab proof of concepts, demos and software upgrades. Must be able to gather and understand solution requirements, work with internal organizations to develop strategies, solutions and technology options to present to customers.

The Must Haves:

• Support the customer in their daily activities (e.g., lab certification, product introduction, migrations)
• Thoroughly engineer Ciena solutions for advanced customer applications across Tier 1 networks
• Serve as expert technical customer contact for advanced technical issues; be capable of addressing large majority of customer questions
• Manage customer requests and help coordinate technical activities
• Assist in assessment of potential product features, providing input on prioritization
• Assist in tracking of product deliverables and communicating issues to other Ciena regional teams
• Assist in product acceptance test planning, coordination and test result reporting
• Makes independent decision on routine technical activities in accordance with company policy and procedures
• Minimal travel required
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Knowledge of Data Networking, Carrier Ethernet, IP/MPLS, IGP/BGP routing, Segment Routing, L3VPN and EVPN
• Knowledge of 4G/5G wireless networking, xRAN, and front/mid/backhaul network systems including network synchronization
• Familiarity with automation (e.g. python, ansible), analytics in networking operations
• Familiar with next Gen management interfaces including NETCONF/YANG, gRPC, gNMI, etc
• Familiarity with test equipment (packet capture tools, traffic generators, power meters, etc)
• Strong PC and Unix skills are required including general knowledge of computers, MS Office applications and Unix operating environment. Software programming and scripting is a plus.
• Solution development and Problem solving skills
• Project management, Time management, and organizational skills due to dynamic nature of activities
• Excellent verbal and written communications as well as Excellent presentation skills
• Professionalism in attitude, conduct, and appearance

Assets:

• Ability to manage multiple parallel activities such as demos, trials and product acceptance
• Ability to develop customer relationships and work well with customers
• Motivated technical individual that desires to work on application of advanced networking solutions
• Ability to learn essential Ciena product Portfolios
• Ability to conduct professional customer meetings, understand their networks, applications, and construct technical solutions to meet those requirements.
• Manages time appropriately and knows when to escalate
• Flexible, able to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Team player
• BSEE or similar Technical Degree; or relevant work experience
• 8+ years telecommunications industry experience

The annual pay range for this position is $97,000 - $155,000 USD.
 

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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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