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The SVT/PV Engineer will develop test strategies, automation script development, and execute test plans for Ciena’s Packet Optical products, focusing on OTN Transport, Switching and NMS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and automate test strategies for Telecom networks.
• Create and execute test plans using TCL/Python.
• Identify and automate test scenarios.
• Debug and resolve defects with design teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (ITU-T, IETF, IEEE, ANSI).

Must Have:

• OTN Transport & Switching
• Test Automation (TCL/Python)
• Defect Analysis & Debugging
• Telecom Network Testing

Impact Metrics

• Improved test efficiency & automation coverage
• Reduction in defect leakage & debugging time
• Compliance with test quality standards

Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electronics, Computer Science, or Optical Communications.
• 2+ years in Telecom System Testing.
• Experience in test planning, automation, and debugging.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Exposure to different NBIs – REST, NETCONF, gRPC and Photonics/DWDM
• Familiarity with Test Equipment & Performance Benchmarking.

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