Ciena Canada ULC

Photonics Software Engineer Intern (12 Months, Fall 2026)

📍 Location
Ottawa, Ontario
⏰ Job Type
Full time
📅 Posted
June 04, 2026
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Job Description

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.

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How You Will Contribute:

As an embedded software developer in a dynamic team environment, you will help enhance the quality of best-in-class optical networking products. The team develops leading-edge photonics software for the RLS platform, pushing boundaries in optical innovation.

  • You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test cases which play a key role in ensuring the quality of optical networks using the RLS platform
  • You will be responsible for software performance improvements through test driven development, automated uni...
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