Embedded Software Engineer Intern (4 months - September 2026)

Ciena•Ottawa, ON

2d•CA$25 - CA$34

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. The Opportunity: 4 month co-op starting September 2026

Requirements

Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master's degree in computer or electrical engineering, computer science, or similar disciplines
Experience with C or C++

Nice To Haves

Experience with using AI Agents (Claude, Copilot, etc)
Understanding of Linux system logging solutions
Developing software for embedded systems or telecom products
Understanding of real-time operating systems and embedded systems
Familiarity with software development tools such as git, BitBucket, Gerrit, Jira, etc.
Experience with unit test frameworks such as Google Test, JUnit, Robot, PyTest, and the like
Experience with debuggers and tools (e.g., gdb), especially for troubleshooting embedded systems in user space and kernel space
Experience with high-level programming and scripting languages such as Java, Python, Perl, Tcl, bash
Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile or Waterfall

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain real-time embedded platform and application software for Ciena’s flagship products.
Work on functional areas ranging from low-level bit flipping drivers to high-level software state machines for interfacing with external applications.
Develop software for Linux and VxWorks kernels and base software components.
Create drivers for proprietary and 3rd party ASICs, FPGAs, and other hardware components.
Implement hardware/software interfaces to bridge various abstraction layers.
Develop fault and alarms subsystems to detect, report, and maintain defects and manage their hysteresis and co-relations.
Build system applications such as traffic/equipment protection and performance monitoring.
Develop SDKs that abstract underlying low-level software and hardware to facilitate platform application development and integration.
Analyze system logs and performance metrics.