Senior/Lead- AI Application Developer

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:

You will report to R&D team and play a key role in designing and developing AI-enabled applications for Ciena’s Navigator Network Control Suite. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing network performance, automation, and operational efficiency through cutting-edge AI/ML solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and deliver AI applications using Generative AI, LLMs, Classical ML, and Agentic AI techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AIOps capabilities into Ciena's Navigator platform.
• Analyze large datasets to uncover actionable insights and support data-driven decisions.
• Fine-tune and train AI models tailored to Ciena’s product and network application needs.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment to ensure high-quality, scalable software.
• Research the latest AI technologies and help define best practices for solution development and deployment.

The Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in developing AI software, particularly for AIOps or Data Science use cases.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs, transformers, agentic frameworks, and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) techniques.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proven experience building microservice-based software systems.
• Strong grasp of network management protocols and principles.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Assets:

• Experience with Ciena network management solutions.
• Understanding of AIOps tools and practices.
• A Master’s or advanced degree in a related field.
• Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and solving complex problems.

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