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.

Join Ciena’s Agile Programmable Optical Transport Research & Development (R&D) team and help shape the future of global connectivity. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of photonics, modeling, and network design—supporting our customers’ most advanced metro, terrestrial, and subsea networks. Your work will directly influence how Ciena delivers world‑leading optical transport solutions and wins business across the globe by designing the most recent and next generation Ciena equipment.

How You Will Contribute