Join Ciena as a Product Applications Engineer specializing in optical technologies in Kanata, ON. This hands-on role integrates engineering design with customer collaboration for cutting-edge solutions. As part of Ciena's growing Interconnects team, you'll utilize your extensive design experience to develop next-generation interconnect technologies. This role requires direct customer engagement, facilitating integration and solving complex challenges in real-time. Your expertise will be vital in shaping high-speed connectivity solutions that drive customer success. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with Product Line Management for design execution • Create hardware/software reference designs for easy customer integration • Document and resolve issues during technical sessions • Execute lab tests to troubleshoot customer scenarios • Showcase Ciena solutions through product demonstrations Requirements: • Over 8 years of design experience in relevant fields