Verification Engineer Intern; Fall

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. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

• Drive test strategies, test plans, and test execution for Ciena’s Wave Logic Optical Modem.
• Support field activities and frequently interact with customers, PLM, and R&D.
• Develop comprehensive test plans to validate customer use‑cases and product capabilities.
• Build test environments for test execution while considering potential and likely interactions across different features of the product.
• Perform validation testing activities.
• Report defects and follow up on their closure with the design team.
• Develop Python automation test cases for execution efficiency and augment existing automated test cases.

• Knowledge of optical technology and photonics.
• Experience working with developing automation with Python.
• Understanding of software testing.
• Understanding of Linux operating systems and standard tools.
• Knowledge of automation languages such as Python and ability to write, execute and fix automation scripts.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with proficiency in troubleshooting.
• Strong commitment to product excellence and quality, with ability to understand customers’ perspective.
• Communication skills, presentation, and public speaking.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, to effectively communicate/collaborate in a multi‑site environment.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices.
• Understanding of IP and Ethernet networking concepts, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and VLANs.
• Understanding of CLI, JSON, and SDKs and how to use them to effectively communicate with and configure devices.
• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Optical Communications.

Work from the Atlanta office at 1120 Sanctuary Parkway, Alpharetta GA, Tuesday to Thursday.

The pay range for this position is $26.50–$37.50. 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. This pay range pertains specifically to the primary location.

In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company‑paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.

We do not tolerate any form of discrimination. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. Ciena is an Equal 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.