Network Engineer
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Before you apply
LocationRemote-Germany
Work moderemote
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentServices
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 21, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related discipline
Experience in a network engineering or related technical role
Basic theoretical and/or practical knowledge in Layer 0/1 (SDH, DWDM, ROADM, Control Plane, etc.)
Basic theoretical and/or practical knowledge in Layer 2-3 (IP protocols)
Basic theoretical and/or practical knowledge in Scripting/DevOps (e.g., Python, Java, Ansible)
Strong customer service and communication skills, including fluency in German (native) and English
Proficiency in MS Office applications (Visio, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to manage multiple projects, analyse technical data, and translate designs into deployable solutions
Flexibility to travel (~25%) and support night-time maintenance windows (~25%)
Experience collaborating in matrixed teams across functions like engineering, support, and field operations
Comfortable managing multiple projects and resolving technical issues under tight timelines
Strong documentation and process development skills
Customer service-oriented mindset with a desire to build a technology-focused career
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
Skills
Python
Java
Ansible
MS Office
Visio
Excel
PowerPoint
About the company
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.
How You Will Contribute
About the role
Reporting to the Services organization, you will play a hands-on role in delivering network solutions and providing post-sales technical support. You’ll work closely with internal teams, service partners, and customers to ensure seamless deployment, reconfiguration, and ongoing improvements of Ciena’s solutions.
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Lead solution delivery activities including remote deployment support, network migrations, and acceptance testing
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Support partner engineers during deployments and act as an escalation point for technical queries
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Review and validate Technical Deployment Package (TDP) content with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring all details are clear and executable
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Collaborate with Sales Engineers, Project Managers, Technical Support, and Field Service to resolve design or product-related issues
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Maintain detailed as-built documentation for future upgrades and reference
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Participate in customer kick-off calls and provide guidance to pre-sales teams to align network design with serviceability standards
The Must Haves
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B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related discipline
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Experience in a network engineering or related technical role
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Basic theoretical and/or practical knowledge in one or more areas:
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Layer 0/1 (SDH, DWDM, ROADM, Control Plane, etc.)
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Layer 2-3 (IP protocols)
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Scripting/DevOps (e.g., Python, Java, Ansible)
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Strong customer service and communication skills, including fluency in German (native) and English (written and verbal)
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Proficiency in MS Office applications (Visio, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Ability to manage multiple projects, analyse technical data, and translate designs into deployable solutions
•
Flexibility to travel (~25%) and support night-time maintenance windows (~25%)
Assets
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Experience collaborating in matrixed teams across functions like engineering, support, and field operations
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Comfortable managing multiple projects and resolving technical issues under tight timelines
•
Strong documentation and process development skills
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Availability to travel (~25%) and support night-time maintenance windows when required
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Customer service-oriented mindset with a desire to build a technology-focused career
Legal
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.