Product Line Manager – Intelligent Ip/optical Controller

Ciena Corporation

Base: $114,100 - $182,300 cad; bonus/equity: discr...
Not specified (assumed hybrid based on company culture).
5+ years product management experience
Deep expertise in ip and optical transport
Experience leading telco software applications
Ciena Corporation is seeking a Product Line Manager for its Intelligent IP/Optical Controller, focusing on software innovation in optical networking. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in product management within the networking industry, particularly with IP and optical transport technologies, and a strong background in AIOps. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package within a people-first company culture

Job Summary

  • This role sits at the intersection of software innovation and optical networking, shaping market-leading SDN controller platform applications.
  • The position requires driving product strategy and roadmap execution while leading initiatives in Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) and Network Digital Twin technologies.
  • Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision plans, company-matched retirement contributions, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Ciena Corporation is seeking a Product Line Manager for its Intelligent IP/Optical Controller, focusing on software innovation in optical networking. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in product management within the networking industry, particularly with IP and optical transport technologies, and a strong background in AIOps. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package within a people-first company culture.

Salary

Base: $114,100 - $182,300 CAD; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary incentive bonus for non-sales employees; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K)/DCPP matching, ESPP, EAP

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years product management experience
  • Deep expertise in IP and optical transport
  • Experience leading Telco software applications
  • Strong background in AIOps and network optimization
  • Ability to work with agile software teams

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supporting pre-Sales workflows
  • Leveraging AI agents for product management
  • Familiarity with Network Digital Twin concepts
  • Data-driven decision making for market share
  • Delivering technical workshops to executives

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Proven track record in networking industry product management
  • Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders

Work Rights

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