Hardware Test Automation Engineer

Ciena • Petaluma, CA

139d • $98,000 - $156,600

About The Position

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. Are you passionate about advancing cutting-edge networking, routing, and Passive Optical Networking (PON) technologies? At Ciena, we are pushing the boundaries of innovation in Passive Optical Networking, Flexible Ethernet, Segment Routing, and virtualized, microservices-oriented architectures. Join us as a Test Automation Engineer and be a key contributor to delivering high-quality, functionally excellent products that define the future of advanced networking services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of experience in automation testing and hardware debugging.
• Strong programming expertise in Python for test automation and Verilog RTL.
• Experience with Intel/Altera FPGA devkits (Agilex 7: I-series and F-series), oscilloscopes, and lab networking (Ethernet (L2) protocols, IP networks, Routing Protocols).
• Proficiency in Quartus for RTL synthesis, placement, and routing into FPGA designs.
• Skills in Questa for RTL simulation to debug waveforms.
• Solid understanding of Passive Optical Networking (PON).
• Knowledge of Linux development and debugging, specifically in Ubuntu 22.04 and Ubuntu 24.04 environments.
• Experience with tools such as Jenkins, Git, JIRA, Bitbucket, TestRail, and Pycharm.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with product cycles and deployment journeys for carrier-class products in Service Provider environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft productivity suite.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test coverage, automation, validation, and documentation strategies to ensure product excellence.
• Develop Python-based automation frameworks to test networking features.
• Debug software and hardware issues, including FPGA debugging.
• Collaborate with development and technology leaders to ensure comprehensive cross-component QA strategy and coverage.
• Review and provide feedback on functional specifications, technical requirements, and test plans to champion customer and quality advocacy.
• Troubleshoot and identify defects, working closely with cross-functional teams and software design experts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave.
• Vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree