Software Engineer- C Netconf/Yang

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.

Ciena is advancing communications networking by uniting optical and packet technologies for more than 1,000 customers across 60+ countries. This role contributes to data-driven North Bound Interfaces, including REST, NETCONF, and gRPC, with exposure to YANG-based modeling, AI workflows, and software development for advanced networking solutions.

How you will make an impact:

• Develop advanced features based on YANG modeling and AI workflows.
• Author software designs for product capabilities.
• Contribute to software development and software validation activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Integrate existing platform and hardware capabilities.
• Provide basic status reporting for individual work or that of a small team.

The must haves:

• Education: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related discipline.
• Experience: 4+ years’ experience in relevant technology.
• Application of C programming, debugging, and troubleshooting on the Linux platform.
• Relevant software development experience, including product deliveries of advanced networking software systems.
• Carrier-class product design and delivery experience with optical transport products/switches.
• Demonstrable self-initiative and can-do attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with collaboration across multiple geographically diverse teams.

Nice to haves:

• Experience with YANG data model and different data formats.
• Experience with AI and open-source technologies.
• Ability to work independently with little hands-on upervision.

At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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