Senior Advisor, Product Line Management

Ciena; Alabama; On-site; USD 97,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciena, a leading company in high-speed connectivity, is looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition professional to lead and manage IP Software Roadmap initiatives. The role requires substantial experience in the telecommunications sector, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment. Candidates will contribute to the strategic direction of products while building trusted relationships across multiple levels. A comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range make this a compelling opportunity for experienced professionals seeking growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Company-paid holidays and paid sick leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IP Routing or Telecom industry.
• Expertise in IP Routing/Switching protocols.
• Proven product line management experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the creation of IP Software Roadmap.
• Facilitate product development direction with PLM and R&D.
• Lead overall technical direction for key customer accounts.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Direction

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering

MBA

Tools

Software Defined Networking (SDN)

Traffic Engineering Tools

Job description

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Senior, Talent Acquisition - North America Sales and Product Line Management at Ciena. Bringing top talent to the organization while building real…

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.

How You Will Contribute

• Reporting to Senior Director of SAOS 10.x PLM, Collaborate on the creation of IP Software Roadmap which underpins the Ciena Routing & Switching Portfolio.
• Facilitate PLM and R&D agreement on IP product development direction and priorities.
• Act has subject matter expert with key IP customer decision makers (at multiple levels – working and leadership).
• Lead overall technical direction for key customer accounts
• Provide thought leadership in the industry via interactions in conferences and papers
• Participate and drive PLM-related SAOS 10.x Release Management activities on a per release basis.
  
  

The Must Haves

• Minimum BS in engineering (with telecommunications, networking or communications systems concentration) – or equivalent experience
• MBA desired
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience within the IP Routing domain with a successful and progressive track record of accomplishment, leadership and increasing responsibility, including at least 5 years of significant product line management (or equivalent) experience
  
  

Assets

• Strong product background in carrier grade IP routing is a must, namely:
• IP Routing/Switching, (ISIS, OSPF, BGP, Multicast)
• Transport Underlay: MPLS (RSVP, LDP, TP, LU) & Segment Routing (SR-MPLS/SRv6)
• Services Overlay: L2VPN, L3VPN, EVPN
• Expertise in complementary technologies, e.g.;
• Software Defined Networking (SDN), including nodal interactions, PCE
• Traffic Engineering & Optimization including Multi-Layer Optimizations
• Nodal Management: SNMP, NETCONF, YANG, Telemetry & associated
• Synchronization, TDM
• Experience with various network architecture models (Access/Aggregation/MBH/Core IP Routing)
• Candidate should be comfortable/familiar with relevant industry standards (IETF, IEEE, ITU, MEF)
• Proven experience of driving new product introduction into customer accounts, including pre-sales engagements, strategy.
• Experience leading complex work efforts and projects
• Lead overall PLM effort for delivering large packet networking products
• IPT PLM owner for product Release Management functions.
• Provides architectural guidance to R&D on packet/optical solutions to guide projects to align with customer requirement roadmaps and company business direction
• Seasoned interpersonal skills with a proven ability to achieve results through alignment of cross-functional and multi-divisional activities in a highly collaborative, team-oriented, and fast-paced environment
• Extraordinary communications and presentation skills (customers and internal constituents)
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with customers, suppliers and other functional organizations
  

The annual pay range for this position is $134,000 - $214,000 CAD

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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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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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