Ciena
Network Engineer
India · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerCiena
- LocationIndia
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
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.
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Please refer below with minor changes Ciena is seeking a Network Engineer to contribute to IP and Optical network transformation initiatives. This role supports deployment, integration, migration, upgrade, and troubleshooting activities across customer networks. The position partners with cross-functional teams to deliver network modernization projects across IP/MPLS and Optical technologies.
How you will make an impact:
- Deliver IP/MPLS and Optical network deployment, integration, commissioning, and upgrade activities.
- Create and maintain LLD, NDD, DCN designs, network diagrams, MoPs/EMOPs, and ATP documentation.
- Translate HLD requirements into detailed implementation designs in collaboration with senior engineers.
- Execute in-service network migration and modernization activities with minimal customer impact.
- Perform pre-checks, post-checks, service validation, and acceptance testing.
- Troubleshoot IP, Optical, hardware, software, and NMS-related issues and contribute to RCA activities.
- Identify automation, process improvement, and network optimization opportunities.
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The must haves:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in IP, Optical, Telecom, or Network Engineering.
- Knowledge of DWDM, OTN, SDH, Long-Haul, and Metro Optical networks.
- Understanding of DCN , OSPF. ISIS. BGP and Network Management Systems.
- Experience with network deployment, commissioning, upgrades, or migrations.
- Hands-on experience with telecom/networking equipment deployment and troubleshooting.
Nice to haves:
- Understanding of optical link architecture, alarms, and performance monitoring.
- Experience with Optical NMS.
- Experience troubleshooting IP connectivity and routing issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Background working independently and collaboratively with customers and cross-functional teams.
- Basic knowledge of Python and automation.
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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