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Since 1992, Ciena has been driven by a relentless pursuit of network innovation. We believe in a network that grows smarter, more agile, and more responsive every day. This means that when you digitally interact in your world – picking up the phone, streaming video, texting a friend or loved one – your interactions are being enabled by Ciena technologies. Ciena makes your social / entertainment / business existence REAL.
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified below and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The innovations that wow us (driverless cars), and those we now take for granted (the ability stream your favorite show on your mobile) are the products of ingenuity from some brilliant and forward-thinking companies. And those companies rely on Ciena, another vanguard of innovation, to create and advance the underlying networks that bring their breakthroughs to our doorsteps. VR, AI, IOT, 5G … literally none of it would be possible without the mind-boggling technology that makes the internet itself work. For more than 25 years, Ciena has been the global leader in networking strategy, and our technology has been part of the critical infrastructure running within the most advanced companies in the world.
He/She will be responsible to design, develop and support software specializing in different NMS/EMS layers to support network elements using multiple technologies like DWDM, Optical Switches and Multi-Service edge products
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What are we looking for?
As a result of huge growth driven by the world shifting more and more to living & working on the move (5G, working from home etc) we want to hire a full time Graduate Sales Engineering person who has graduated with a STEM degree within the past 2-3 years who is looking for their first or second job. You will be a highly motivated and ambitious person with a positive “can do” attitude. You will naturally have a problem solving & creative mentality and thrive in a team environment. You will have excellent presentation skills and previous telecommunication experience is a distinct advantage.
You must be/ or have completed a degree in Electrical/ Telecommunications/ Software/ Computer Engineering, or otherwise similar.
What will you do?
You will join our Graduate Development program which will provide you with a path towards Technical Sales excellence, while working for a company that’s leading the way for innovation. The program offers extensive networking, mentoring and coaching opportunities, and its structured learning approach includes role rotations as well as classroom-based and hands on training during which you’ll learn about Ciena’s solutions and how our organisations work together to exceed the needs of our customers.
After your development programs ends you will join our Sales Engineering team full time. The Sales Engineer (SE) is a key component to Ciena’s success and is the technical bridge between our Ciena and our current and future Customers. The Sales Engineer utilizes their technical aptitude to maximize sales and profitability at current accounts and develops business opportunities with new clients by taking ownership of the prime technical relationship with our customers and prospects. You will be able to travel the world and experience so much more of what Ciena can offer you, both personally and professionally!
Rewarding experience. Meaningful outcomes. Making a difference in people’s lives through design and implementation of leading network technologies. That is what motivates us.
A distinct way to work Free thinking, free discussion, and collaboration are the norm. Expect more satisfying outcomes – both personal and professional. Ciena values the diversity of our workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or age. Ciena is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, you should advise Ciena in a timely fashion of the specific needs / accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to any specific needs / accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
What you can expect from us
- You will receive notification of your successful application.
- Successful applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an initial discussion.
- If suitable you will be considered for the short list and our formal interview process.
Being You @ Ciena
As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we want to foster an environment that values and respects all individual’s strengths, perspectives, ideas, and ability to meet the needs of our customers globally. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status or any other category protected by applicable law. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination. Ciena is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, you should advise Ciena in a timely fashion of the specific accommodation measures required for you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
We do not charge any fee for employment and the same applies to the Recruitment Partners we work with. Additionally, we do not ask for any refundable security deposit to be paid in bank accounts for employment purposes. We request candidates to be cautious of misleading communications and not pay any fee/ deposit to individuals/ agencies/ employment portals on the pretext of attending Ciena’s interview process or seeking employment with us.
