Wavelogic Embedded Software Developer

Ciena • Ottawa, ON

2d • CA$79,800 - CA$127,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

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’s WaveLogic Software Development team builds and sustains platforms that enable convergence across photonics, OTN, and Ethernet packet layers within global networks. This role contributes to the development and ongoing enhancement of the WaveLogic Test Platform, supporting system reliability and performance. The position provides exposure to complex embedded systems and cross-platform software environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
• Application of Embedded C and C++ programming languages
• 5+ years of experience with Linux kernel drivers and user space drivers
• Utilization of Yocto containers, Docker, and related tools
• Demonstrated interest in software development
• Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies and concepts

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to real-time operating systems concepts
• Exposure to software development methodologies such as Agile or Waterfall
• Exposure to optical networking concepts including DWDM, OTN, Ethernet, OSI Model, and PMs

Responsibilities

• Participate in software development life cycle activities from development through customer delivery
• Implement cross-platform software and services across embedded CPUs, SOCs, Ethernet PHYs, FPGAs, and optical components
• Apply Linux kernel, TCP/IP stack, forwarding tables, IP filters, VLANs, and memory management concepts in development activities
• Design and develop drivers, diagnostics, and applications using C, C++, and Python
• Debug and resolve system defects, throughput, and performance issues
• Develop scripts, test utilities, and development tools to improve engineering efficiency
• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and verification teams to resolve issues and support large-scale software releases

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• 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
• vacation time
• Paid Family Leave
• other leaves of absence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level