Ciena

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.

How You Will Contribute:

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, Automation and NMS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, automate and execute test strategies for Telecom networks.
• Create and execute test plans using Manual and Automation methods.
• 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 with hands-on experience with Test Equipment’s.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electronics, Computer Science, or Optical Communications.
• 5+ years in Telecom System Testing.
• Experience in test planning/execution, automation, reporting and debugging.
• Exposure to photonics/DWDM, NMS and TDM/packet technologies
• Improved test efficiency & automation coverage
• Reduction in defect leakage & debugging time
• Compliance with test quality standards

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Exposure to different NBIs – REST, NETCONF, gRPC and Photonics/DWDM
• Exposure to photonics/DWDM, NMS and TDM/packet technologies

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