Software Intern – Embedded Networking (Summer 2027)

Ciena Corporation; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Ciena Corporation is seeking a WaveLogic Software Intern for Summer 2027 in Atlanta. You will contribute to next‑generation optical networking software, focusing on embedded features and validation for service provider networks.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Electrical/Computer Engineering, proficient in C/C++ and Linux/RTOS, with strong problem solving and collaboration skills, willing to learn and work across teams in a fast‑paced setting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• Proficient in C and C++ programming.
• Knowledge of embedded systems, device drivers, Linux/RTOS, synchronization, IPC, memory management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate embedded software features for next‑gen networking tech.
• Troubleshoot and resolve embedded software issues; diagnose defects and deliver fixes.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and test modem technologies.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Embedded systems

Linux/RTOS

Debugging

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Git

Eclipse

JIRA

Job description

Ciena Corporation is seeking a WaveLogic Software Intern for Summer 2027 in Atlanta. You will contribute to next‑generation optical networking software, focusing on embedded features and validation for service provider networks.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Electrical/Computer Engineering, proficient in C/C++ and Linux/RTOS, with strong problem solving and collaboration skills, willing to learn and work across teams in a fast‑paced setting.