America's Network Engineer - New Grad

Ciena
$54,700 - $87,300 USD
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Jan 06, 2025
Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual's passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We're a technology company that leads with our humanity-driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact. How You Will Contribute: Commencing July 2025 we are opening our doors to an outstanding group of high potential, new graduate future Network Engineering stars for full-time employment. The Network Engineer (NE) utilizes their technical aptitude to create network designs as well as execute reconfiguration and migration services. The Network Engineer (NE) is a key component to Ciena's success as a Ciena product expert and a technical advisor to our customers. If applying your Engineering degree and technical capabilities while developing meaningful relationships and driving business results is your passion, we want you on board! Development Program: You'll kick off your Ciena journey in Atlanta with a 6-month development program where you'll thrive in a path towards technical certification, while working for a company that's leading the way for innovation in telecom. Our structured learning program offers extensive networking, mentoring and coaching opportunities with Senior Leaders in our Services organization as well as classroom-based and hands on training. Though this program you'll learn aspects of the following: Ciena's Organizations Ciena's Customer Landscape Ciena's Product Portfolio Network and Engineering Design Professional Services, Technical Support, and Project Management Areas of impact At the conclusion of the 6-month program, you can work with your leadership to relocate to an office location or remote location of your choice in the US that will be best for your ongoing engagement, development, and lifestyle. It's just the opportunity you need to launch an exciting career with Ciena. With your passion for technology coupled with our training and development, you'll be well on your way to becoming a top Network Engineer for our Services organization. Network Engineering Job Responsibilities: Implements complex upgrades of Ciena equipment on customer's In-Service networks without impacting the services provided to the end user. Deliver and own Network Engineering documentation for customers via the Engineering Method of Procedure (EMOP). Validate the actions taken by the field team are executed properly as per the steps detailed in the Engineering Method of Procedure (EMOP). The Must Haves: 4-year Engineering Degree Very strong communication skills - verbal, written and presentation Demonstrated leadership capabilities Ability and aptitude to handle competing priorities Strong organizational skills Ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships Time and workload management Analytical and problem-solving skills Previous technical/co-op work experience a plus Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position is $54,700 - $87,300 USD Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available. Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox. At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination. Ciena is anEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.