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Ciena

Hardware Characterization Automation Co-op (Winter 2027)

  • Seen live on Ciena's site today
  • Intern / co-op
  • Winter 2027
Pay
$25.50 to $35.00 an hour CAD
Location
Ottawa
Open for
5 days
First seen
Oct 30, 2026
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Last checked Nov 4, 2026.

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What it asks of you

Must be a current student
“Education: Actively enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science or Engineering,” (quoted from the posting)

What the posting discloses

Pay
$25.50 to $35.00 an hour CAD
The hourly pay range for this position is $25.50 - $35.00 (quoted from the posting)

Not stated: Real vacancy, AI screening.

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About the role

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era. We’re a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being—on and off the job. Connect with a career that matters.

The Opportunity: Work term of 4 months starting in January 2027.

Contribute to automation software used for hardware development testing across telecommunications technologies, including 400G pluggable optics and Ciena’s proprietary WL5e Line optics. The role works with a team to gather testing requirements, develop automation, and verify changes using hardware test equipment. Occasional onsite work at the Ottawa campus is required.

How you will make an impact

  • Add features to a new automation framework using C#, Python and Java.
  • Use test equipment and automation software to test and verify changes.
  • Collect requirements from team members and specifications.
  • Write Excel VBA macros to simplify functions and possibly import or export data as a database routine.

The must haves

  • Education: Actively enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science or Engineering,
  • Software programming experience Java, C#, Python, Microsoft .NET, and Microsoft visual studio.
  • Understanding of object oriented software development concepts.

Nice to haves

  • Programming knowledge: Java Script, node.js, Git and Arduino controllers, Excel VBA.
  • Self-motivation with interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Enthusiasm for software development and willingness to learn.
  • Experience using and interfacing to various test equipment using Ethernet and GPIB.

Pay Range

The hourly pay range for this position is $25.50 - $35.00

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.

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.

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 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.

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