Senior Manager Software Development

Continuous Improvement

The Must Haves

• At least 5 years of experience managing a team of software designers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience managing schedules and technical deliverables of third party vendors.
• Global Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with peer teams located in different time zones.
• Vendor Management: Strong experience managing third-party vendors, including defining requirements, monitoring schedules, and resolving issues.
• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of embedded software development and drivers for hardware interfaces. Experience with embedded software development, card and module bring up, Linux/VxWorks and RTOS device drivers, HAL, alarming, control and management software. Knowledge of photonic technologies and layer 0 systems is highly desirable. Familiarity with testing and calibration processes for hardware/software integration.
• Solid understanding of embedded software development and drivers for hardware interfaces.
• Experience with embedded software development, card and module bring up, Linux/VxWorks and RTOS device drivers, HAL, alarming, control and management software.
• Knowledge of photonic technologies and layer 0 systems is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with testing and calibration processes for hardware/software integration.

Nice to Haves

Pay Range

• The salary range for this role is $139, 400 - $222, 600
• Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
• Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence. 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.