Software Test Engineer - New Grad

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

• Take ownership of test delivery for assigned features or feature groups, ensuring a deep understanding of end-to-end requirements at both individual and architectural levels.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of related protocols, dependencies, and their role within Waverouter and 10.x architecture.
• Assess and understand the impact of requirements across various releases, confidently engaging with architects to validate and refine deliverables.
• Demonstrate ownership of customer prototype demonstrations when opportunities arise.
• Collaborate with Senior Engineers to collect log files, perform software upgrades, and execute assigned test cases.
• Execute manual and automated end-to-end feature testing, ensuring comprehensive test coverage for feature validation.
• Prepare test environments with necessary traffic generators, cards, and system setups, ensuring readiness for testing completion. Deliver manual and automated test results on time and within quality parameters.
• Work closely with design groups to reproduce and debug issues identified during testing.

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Pay Range

The annual pay range for this position is $ 69,400 - 110,800 CAD

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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