Photonics Software Engineer Intern (12 Months, Fall 2026)

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. How You Will Contribute

Design, implement, and maintain automated test cases to ensure the quality of optical networks on the RLS platform. Improve software performance through test‑driven development, automated unit testing, and comprehensive integration testing. Participate in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, designers, verification, and release management teams. Engage in group design discussions to solve problems or propose feature enhancements. Work in an agile development environment, delivering high‑quality deliverables in rapid development cycles. Note that this position is based in Ottawa. Required Qualifications

Demonstrable interest in computer engineering, software engineering...