Senior DSP Software Engineer

Ciena • New Providence, NJ

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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. We are looking for a talented and motivated Software Developer to join our team to help expand and enhance our electro/optical simulation infrastructure. As a developer, you will play a key role in designing, coding, testing, and optimizing software features that support accurate and scalable simulations for high speed electrical and optical communication modules.

Requirements

• BSEE preferred. MS and/or Ph.D a plus.
• digital signal processing, applied mathematics, circuit simulation algorithm development for simulation and measurement
• Proficiency in Python.
• C and C++ a plus.
• Experience with simulation tools, algorithms, and frameworks.
• Ability to solve complex technical challenges related to simulation and optimization.
• Experience with Git or other version control systems.
• General familiarity with IDEs and debugging tools, and build systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• The ideal candidate is familiar with unit testing and unit test development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience completing numerical analysis
• High-speed measurement experience
• Experience using AI tools to support software development

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain core components of our software simulation infrastructure, including simulation algorithms, user interfaces, and backend systems.
• Develop digital signal processing algorithms and other algorithms for simulation and measurement.
• Write unit tests and perform debugging to ensure high-quality and reliable software.
• Work closely with the members of the system architecture team to improve the accuracy, and speed of the simulation environment, including the addition of identified new features.
• Create clear and comprehensive documentation for code, APIs, and user guides.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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