Senior Leader, Sales Compensation

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.

This role leads a globally visible sales compensation function, owning the end-to-end commission process and setting the operating model that supports growth, scalability, and compliance. Partnering closely with Sales, Sales Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, and Internal Audit, the Sales Compensation Senior Manager influences key decisions, supports senior leadership and the Sales Commission Governance Board (SCGB), and continuously evolves processes, reporting, and analytics to drive operational excellence across the business.

How you will make an impact:

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