Electro-Optic Test Automation Engineer Intern (September 2026, 12 months)
Ciena · Ottawa, Ontario, CA
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...
Job description
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. The Opportunity: 8 month work term: September 2026 – April 2027 12 month work term: September 2026 – August 2027 (preferred) How You Will Contribute: You will be joining the Coherent Modem Transmission Electro-Optic R&D group, a team responsible for developing the electro-optic transmission system for Ciena’s coherent optical modems. In this role, you will be a key contributor in developing the robust code required to transition our cutting-edge designs from the lab into a high-volume manufacturing environment. You will: - Develop and maintain Matlab-based software for the automated factory calibration and test of coherent optical modems. - Interface with a wide range of optical test and measurement equipment. - Work closely with hardware and manufacturing engineers to define test procedures, gather requir...