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Platform Automation- DevOps

30+ days ago 2026/09/10
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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.


As a DevOps- Platform Automation Engineer within Blue Planet, a division of Ciena, this role advances the reliability and performance of critical upgrade activities across on‑premises and public cloud environments. The position strengthens seamless delivery of automation‑driven upgrade solutions that support Ciena’s mission to build adaptive, resilient networks for customers worldwide.


Work Timings: UK-aligned shift (2:00 PM IST to 11:00 PM IST)
How you will make an impact:

• Perform installation and upgrade execution for Blue Planet (BP) applications across on‑premises and Kubernetes environments
• Implement upgrade strategies including in‑service software upgrade (ISSU) and canary deployment
• Automate operational workflows using scripting and Python to optimize repeatable processes
• Troubleshoot complex issues across application, Kubernetes, database, and infrastructure layers
• Validate system health through post‑upgrade checks using observability and monitoring tools
• Partner with UCoE, DevOps, Architecture, and Product teams to ensure smooth upgrade execution
• Contribute to continuous improvement of upgrade frameworks and best practices
The must haves:

• 3+ years of experience in Linux system administration with strong scripting capability
• Hands‑on expertise in Python, SQL, and database fundamentals
• Proficiency working in AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Kubernetes administrator certification such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Experience upgrading microservices‑based applications in production environments
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Strong diagnostic skills across infrastructure, applications, and containerized systems
Nice to haves:

• Experience with Blue Planet orchestration or similar network automation platforms
• Familiarity with service mesh technologies and distributed systems concepts
• Exposure to advanced observability stacks such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Elastic
• Background supporting high‑availability production systems
• Working knowledge of automation frameworks such as Ansible
• Understanding of container security best practices
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals aligned with industry standards

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