New Grad: Dataplane Software Engineer Job at Ciena Corporation, Burlington, MA

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  • Ciena Corporation
  • Burlington, MA

Job Description

Dataplane Software Engineer - New Grad 2025


Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individuals passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. Were a technology company that leads with our humanitydriving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

How You Will Contribute:


  • You will enhance Cienas Packet Networking Service Aware Operating System (SAOS) to support new Cloud and Routing services, develop Netconf/YANG interfaces, and develop High Availability capabilities for the Packet Network Platforms.

  • You will provide guidance instrumental to the definition and design of new architectures and technologies needed to drive adoption of Cienas Cloud and IP Routing related software products.

  • You will develop C/C++ software for packet processing using DPDK underneath.

  • You will develop real-time embedded software components that interact with the software based fast path.

  • You will participate in all stages of software development, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, test, maintenance, and documentation.

  • You will be responsible for troubleshooting software issues and work with software and system engineers to identify root cause.

The Must Haves:


  • Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering or equivalent coupled with expertise in at least one programming language, preferably C/C++ in a Linux environment.

  • Strong fundamental knowledge related to data structures and operating system.

  • Proven experience developing and debugging in Linux environment.

  • Familiarity with TCP/IP networking and basic understanding of a Broadband Network.

Pay Range
The annual pay range for this position is $72,600 - $116,000 USD. The annual pay range for this position in California is $87,800 - $140,300 USD.

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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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.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Flexible hours,

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