Principal Software Engineer
- Ciena
- 5 - 7 yrs
- Noida, Gurugram
- 6 years ago
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Ciena may well be the most important technology company you ve never heard of. The innovations that wow us (driverless cars) , and those we now take for granted (the ability to mobile - stream your favorite show) are the products of ingenuity from some brilliant and forward - thinking companies. But 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.What will you do at Ciena
At Ciena we are building more adaptive networks in response to the constantly changing world. This is an opportunity to impact the world by developing software and hardware technologies that impact Global Networks , Private and Public Cloud Solutions , 4G / 5G communications , and SD - WAN. Developing great networking technology takes more than desire: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration , respect , and who reach out to the world through their respective talents. At Ciena , we provide multiple avenues for you to make the world a better place. If you re looking for more than just a job , we invite you to explore the opportunities available and apply today.
We re looking for an experienced , talented and motivated new team member who is passionate about delivering embedded software with their skills in design and development of networking , IP Multicast Routing technologies , and growing and developing their knowledge and abilities with virtualization , micro - services in a container - based system architecture. This is an exciting time to join Ciena , as we aggressively drive our product portfolio forward into the future of advanced networking services.
Description:
Ciena s Packet Networking unit has a Next Generation Network OS development team responsible for developing SDN / NFV solutions to enable flexible , programmable , dynamic , cost - effective and adaptable networks using their wide range of platforms. We are looking for a principal software engineer with deep knowledge of network security , software security and network design that can provide technical leadership for the middleware and infrastructure for this development team.
As a key leader of a energetic advanced development team , you will be responsible for Architecture , design , and development of Next Generation SDN Framework and related solutions for Packet Network software SAOS running on wide range of Packet Networking platforms. You will get an opportunity to innovate and influence new SDN / NFV / Virtualization related technologies that shape the future of Next Generation networks. You will be working with various engineering , architecture , controller teams to create infrastructure for clear separation of network control plane and forwarding plane to enable flexible SDN / NFV Architecture.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
As a Principal Software Engineer in advanced development team , you will be expected to participate in all the phases of product development cycle product definition , architecture , design , scoping , planning , implementation and test.
Quick prototype to validate architecture , design concepts and provide example implementation
Deliver detailed functional specification and technical design documents for embedded software architectures
You will be working very closely with product managers and senior management team providing them guidance to shape up the SDN / NFV strategy.
Closely work with key customers to develop new virtualized solutions that address their immediate and future needs.
You will be responsible for evaluation of various Open Source technologies , third party solutions and integrate them with the SAOS (Service Aware Operating System).
You will be responsible to drive Innovation in the area of Virtualization and SDN that can help create new revenue opportunities for Packet networking Software / Hardware products.
Skills:
Excellent C programming skills for an embedded Linux environment
Strong knowledge of networking and operating systems concepts.
Experience in network security , software security , JITC / Common Criteria certifications.
Good to have experience in Radius / SSH / Open - ssl / TLS / Tacacs / OCSP
Hands on experience or knowledge of various virtualization techniques
Experience with working on a Distributed Architecture
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have strong debugging and trouble shooting skills
Strong scripting skills with Python / Perl is desirable
Previous experience in a leadership role on a successful project is highly desired
Experience with participation in MEF (Metro Ethernet Forum) is plus
Good knowledge of network design and deployment scenarios in Carrier / Metro Ethernet Space is desirable
Desired Characteristics:
Effectively able to work independently with little hands - on supervision delivering to aggressive timelines
Effectively able to collaborate with multiple teams across geographically diverse areas
Self - motivated and willing to learn new skills or technologies as needed
Ability to work well with a group of junior or senior engineers in a high energy , dynamic , fast paced development environment
Ability to mentor and motivate junior engineers
Required Experience:
BS / MS degree in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering or equivalent
10 - 15 years in Senior software development role (5 years specific to networking)
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Rewarding experience. Meaningful outcomes.
Making a difference in people's lives through design and implementation of leading network technologies. That's 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
Education:
UG: B.Tech/B.E. - Computers
PG: M.Tech - Computers
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