Photonic Hardware Intern (4-12 Months)
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 customers run many of the largest data communications and telecommunications networks in the world, connecting hundreds of millions of users and devices. The Photonic Hardware team is responsible for the entire lifecycle of hardware for Ciena’s Photonic Line systems from design, development, product introduction, and continual lifecycle management (LCM). Technologies of focus include Erbium-doped fiber amplifiers, Raman amplifiers, ROADMs, Wavelength-Selective Switches, Optical Channel Monitors, OTDR, etc. This role will involve writing automation scripts for testing as well as laboratory work. This role is fully on-site at our Ottawa campus.
Requirements
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills (background in Engineering, Math, Physics, Computer Science, etc.)
- Strong programming skills in Python and/or Matlab
- Motivated self-starter with strong written and oral communications skills.
- Able to collaborate effectively in-person as well as remotely.
- Curiosity
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of physical optics
- Knowledge of optical networking and relevant technologies
- Experience in a hardware lab environment with common electrical and/or optical test equipment
Responsibilities
- Writing automation scripts for testing
- Laboratory work
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- company-paid holidays
- paid sick leave
- vacation pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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