Integrated Test Engineer - 2025/2026 New Grads

Ciena; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading connectivity solutions provider in Ottawa is seeking an Integrated Test Engineer to ensure the reliability and performance of optical network solutions. The role involves designing and executing test cases, managing project timelines, and collaborating with multi-functional teams in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree and possess strong debugging skills, as well as familiarity with test automation tools. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid sick leave and vacation time

Qualifications

• Design and implement test cases for optical networks.
• Manage project priorities and timelines.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Skills

Design and execute manual and automated test cases

Experience testing real-time embedded systems

Familiarity with test automation tools

Experience with Serial, USB, Ethernet interfaces

Familiarity with command line languages and APIs

Proven debugging skills

Passion for improving product quality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams prioritize a flexible work environment that empowers growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

How You Will Contribute

Requirements for telecommunications networks are constantly evolving, and our products also need to advance and scale to meet the needs of our customers while delivering uniform and consistent user experiences.

As an Integrated Test Engineer in a dynamic team environment, you will push the boundaries of what is possible in optical network solutions. You will work alongside experienced professionals to ensure the reliability and performance of projects that play critical roles in our network solutions and help build upon our innovative technology. You will also challenge yourself and others by bringing enthusiasm and fresh ideas to new challenges and leading by example.

• You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining both manual and automated test cases which play a key role in ensuring the quality of critical optical networks utilizing the Waveserver platform

• You will be accountable for managing individual project priorities, assignments, and timelines.

• You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with multi-functional teams of developers, UX designers, quality assurance teams & release managers.

Qualifications

The Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field coupled with a demonstrated ability to design and execute manual and automated test cases.

• Experience testing real-time embedded systems is an asset

• Familiarity with test automation tools and environments

• Experience working with various network interfaces to communicate with test equipment such as Serial, USB, Ethernet

• Familiarity with test and network equipment command line languages such as vendor specific APIs, CLI, YANG, and OpenConfig

• Proven debugging skills

• Passion for improving product quality through testing

Assets:

• Proven experience testing software embedded solutions engineered for performance and reliability on multi-processor, highly concurrent systems.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position is $62,100-$99,100

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.

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