Module Lead C/Linux/Chassis based multicard/VNF

Job Description

Ciena may well be the most important technology company you ve never heard of. The innovations that wow us (driverless cars), and those we now take for granted (the ability to mobile-stream your favorite show) are the products of ingenuity from some brilliant and forward-thinking companies. But those companies rely on Ciena, another vanguard of innovation, to create and advance the underlying networks that bring their breakthroughs to our doorsteps. VR, AI, IOT, 5G literally none of it would be possible without the mind-boggling technology that makes the internet itself work. For more than 25 years, Ciena has been the global leader in networking strategy, and our technology has been part of the critical infrastructure running within the most advanced companies in the world.Introducing CienaFor more than 25 years, Ciena has been a global leader in networking strategy. Our technology is part of the critical infrastructure that enables innovations that wow us - like autonomous driving, and those we take for granted - like mobile-streaming video. These advancements in technology are possible because of the pioneering approach at Ciena. We are at the forefront of cutting-edge technology that makes the internet itself work. We build adaptive networks that grow smarter, more agile, and more responsive every day much like Ciena itselfCiena is seeking experienced, talented software engineers and software architects who are passionate about advancing the state of the art and who thrive on delivering innovative products in networking and routing technologies. You will work on various components of Networking software Infrastructure, Network Function Virtualization Infrastructure (NFVI), Health monitoring, Network security, CLI, Netconf/Yang, SNMP based user interface to provide packet services in a distributed virtualized, container-based system. This is an exciting time to join Ciena, as we aggressively drive our product portfolio forward into the future of advanced networking services.Your Role & Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of an agile, rapid-cycle software development life cycle, including design, product validation, documentation, and solving deployment issues
• Work on Network Function Virtualization (NFV) and VNF onboarding in C/Python.
• Develop software managing set of resources to host and connect VNFs
• Work on System and platform infrastructure, System health monitoring, Network security, Netconf/Yang based user interface to provide packet services in a virtualized, container-based system
• Work on CLI, Netconf/Yang, SNMP features development
• Continue learning and developing skills in technologies: system and network virtualization (Containers, SDN, NFV) Infrastructure
• Design and develop in an embedded software development environment in C and Python languages using Yocto and BitBake development tools

Collaboration with stakeholders

• R&D teams.
• Field Support teams

About You: Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or equivalent

6 to 9 years in software development role

• Excellent C programming and troubleshooting skills on embedded Linux environment
• Strong knowledge of networking, Linux kernel and operating systems concepts
• Good working experience on Chassis based distributed architecture
• Working experience of software Infrastructure for Network Function Virtualization (NFV)
• Working experience of Virtual Network Function (VNF) onboarding
• Working experience of docker, container based micro service application development in C language
• Good to have working experience of System design, System Upgrade, High availability (HA), Performance monitoring, Scalability and Inter process communication (IPC)
• Working knowledge of GCC, GDB, Zeromq, gRPC, ProtoBufs, Kubernetes, Yuma Netconf/Yang stack, Valgrind, ASAN
• Good to have knowledge of Netconf/Yang, grpc, gNMI, CLI, SNMP
• Good to have knowledge of network management and security protocolsIPSec/Radius/SSH/Open-ssl/TLS/Tacacs/OCSP/Dot1x/DHCP.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Scripting skills with Python is desirable
• Preferred knowledge of network design and deployment scenarios in Carrier/Metro Ethernet Space is desirable

Desired Characteristics:

• Effectively able to work independently with little hands-on supervision delivering to aggressive timelines
• Effectively able to collaborate with multiple teams across geographically diverse areas
• Self-motivated and willing to learn new skills or technologies as needed
• Ability to work well with a group of junior or senior engineers in a high energy, dynamic, fast paced development environment
• Ability to mentor and motivate junior engineers

About CienaCiena is a network strategy and technology company with a passion to provide an experience, to you and our customers that is as rewarding as the outcome. We attract the best and brightest those with outstanding talent, motivation, and the right attitude to contribute to our success. Our vibrant culture balances our openness and informality with professionalism and trust and is built on the foundation of our core values: Customer First, Integrity, Velocity, Innovation, and Outstanding People. With almost 30 years of industry leadership, 6,000 specialists around the globe, and clients in more than 30 countries, we support more than 1,500 of the world s largest, most agile networks.Your Life CienaCiena enables everyone to have a voice and a network that supports them while on the journey to discovering their passion and purpose. We trust every individual to do what they can to reach their full potential and make an impact on the business, whenever, wherever they are in the world. With Ciena s highly innovative, forward-thinking business practices, we reward people for pushing the boundaries. Unlock your potential at Ciena!Belong CienaCiena is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Ciena is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. We want Ciena to be a place where you feel you can belong.*LI-CNRewarding experience. Meaningful outcomes.Making a difference in peoples lives through design and implementation of leading network technologies. Thats what motivates us.A distinct way to workFree thinking, free discussion, and collaboration are the norm. Expect more satisfying outcomes - both personal and professional.Ciena values the diversity of our workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender or age.Ciena is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, you should advise Ciena in a timely fashion of the specific needs / accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to any specific needs / accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.What you can expect from us

• You will receive notification of your successful application
• Successful applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an initial discussion
• If suitable you will be considered for the short list and our formal interview process

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