Ciena

Software Engineer (Security) - New Grad

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Alpharetta, GA, USA or Atlanta, GA, USAEntry Level
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Base Salary

$70k - $112k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test embedded-system features in C and C++.
  • Investigate, debug, and resolve software defects affecting performance and reliability.
  • Identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
  • Contribute to architecture, testing, delivery, and the complete software development lifecycle.
  • Develop scripts, test utilities, and automation tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver software releases.

Requirements

  • Pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 1 year of programming experience in C/C++ and foundational knowledge of scripting languages such as Python.
  • Understanding of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, and computer science fundamentals.
  • Knowledge of modern version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Interest in software development and complex technical problem-solving.
  • Preferred: exposure to the Linux kernel and embedded systems, CPU architectures, low-level software or firmware development, automated unit testing frameworks, and security concepts including SSL, TLS, SSH, authentication, and encryption algorithms.

Benefits

  • Annual pay range of $69,900-$111,700.
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) in the USA and DCPP in Canada with company matching.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, vacation time, and applicable paid family and other leaves of absence.
  • Discretionary incentive bonus eligibility for non-sales employees.
Ciena

About Ciena

10,000+ employees

Ciena is a public telecommunications equipment and software company that designs optical and routing systems, coherent modems, and automation software for service providers, cloud/data center operators, and enterprises. It sells hardware, software subscriptions, and professional services that power metro, long-haul, submarine, and data center interconnect networks. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, Ciena trades on the NYSE (CIEN) and serves customers worldwide.

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