Software Engineer - C Netconf/Yang

Ciena is advancing communications networking by uniting optical and packet technologies for more than 1,000 customers across 60+ countries. This role contributes to data-driven North Bound Interfaces, including REST, NETCONF, and gRPC, with exposure to YANG-based modeling, AI workflows, and software development for advanced networking solutions.

How you will make an impact:

• Develop advanced features based on YANG modeling and AI workflows.
• Author software designs for product capabilities.
• Contribute to software development and software validation activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Integrate existing platform and hardware capabilities.
• Provide basic status reporting for individual work or that of a small team.

The must haves:

• Education: Master's or Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline.
• Experience: 4+ years' experience in relevant technology.
• Application of C programming, debugging, and troubleshooting on the Linux platform.
• Relevant software development experience, including product deliveries of advanced networking software systems.
• Carrier-class product design and delivery experience with optical transport products/switches.
• Demonstrable self-initiative and can-do attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with collaboration across multiple geographically diverse teams.

Nice to haves:

• Experience with YANG data model and different data formats.
• Experience with AI and open-source technologies.
• Ability to work independently with little hands-on supervision.