Software Engineering Systems Intern

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. Blue Planet, the software division of Ciena, provides intelligent automation software and professional services that help clients modernize IT and network operations. Driven by policy and AI-based insights, Blue Planet delivers closed-loop automation capabilities that align IT and networking processes to support digital transformation and adaptive networks. This internship offers exposure to cloud operations, automation, and large-scale IT environments.

How you will make an impact

Configure, automate, maintain, and troubleshoot Kubernetes infrastructure. Develop, enhance, and maintain continuous integration and continuous deployment tools. Deploy Blue Planet applications in AWS environments and other cloud platforms. Administer, monitor, troubleshoot, and automate applications. Deploy and operate HA, geo-redundant, and zero-downtime upgrade solutions. Perform daily operational tasks for software pipeline environments. Collaborate with product and project developers operating within large-scale IT environments.

The must haves

Education: Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, Relevant CloudOps/DevOps experience in below areas Good communication skills Linux OS configuration, automation and troubleshooting Cloud: AWS/Azure/GCP services Configuration Management: Ansible Infrastructure as Code: Terraform

Nice to haves

Containerization: Docker Container Orchestrator: Kubernetes Scripting: Shell/Python Good documentation skills Development and maintenance CI/CD processes CICD: Teamcity/GitLab Source Control: GitLab/Bitbucket

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.