About the role#
Join our team to help validate the WaveLogic Optical Modem. You will work on test planning, execution, and automation. This role provides exposure to product validation in both lab and field environments while you collaborate with product management, R&D, and customer-facing teams.
What you'll do#
- Create test plans to validate customer use cases and product capabilities.
- Build test environments for execution.
- Perform validation testing and report defects to the design team.
- Develop Python automation test cases to improve efficiency.
- Participate in field activities related to product validation.
- Interact with customers and internal teams.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Optical Communications.
- Experience developing automation with Python.
- Knowledge of optical technology and photonics.
- Understanding of software testing, Linux operating systems, and standard tools.
- Ability to write, execute, and troubleshoot automation scripts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of IP and Ethernet networking concepts like TCP/IP, routing, switching, and VLANs.
- Familiarity with CLI, JSON, and SDKs.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Alpharetta, Georgia.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid (in-office Tuesday through Thursday).
- Type: Full time, paid internship.
- Pay: $27.00 - $37.50 per hour.
About Ciena
Ciena operates as a public company in the telecommunications sector. Founded in 1992, the firm builds networking systems, automation software, and interconnects for data transmission. It maintains a global presence with its headquarters in Hanover, Maryland. The company employs over 10,000 people and focuses on high-speed connectivity solutions.
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