Field Applications Engineer

Ciena Corporation

Base: $151,500 - $242,100 usd (california); bonus/...
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5+ years field application engineering experience
Hands-on hyperscaler network operations knowledge
Embedded linux system design and architecture
** Ciena Corporation is seeking a Field Applications Engineer to support the introduction and adoption of their Data Center Out-of-Band Management solutions aimed at hyperscalers. The role requires technical expertise in networking and hands-on experience in customer-facing environments, focusing on integration, troubleshooting, and collaboration with various teams to deliver effective solutions. **

Job Summary

  • The role sits at the intersection of customer architecture, engineering, R&D, and product management to ensure successful adoption of next-generation Data Center Out-of-Band Management solutions.
  • Success is measured by the speed and quality of customer acceptance, smooth integration into infrastructure, and the ability to influence product direction with real-world feedback.
  • Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K) matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

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** Ciena Corporation is seeking a Field Applications Engineer to support the introduction and adoption of their Data Center Out-of-Band Management solutions aimed at hyperscalers. The role requires technical expertise in networking and hands-on experience in customer-facing environments, focusing on integration, troubleshooting, and collaboration with various teams to deliver effective solutions. **

Salary

Base: $151,500 - $242,100 USD (California); Bonus/Equity: Discretionary incentive bonus eligible for non-sales; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), ESPP, EAP, paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years Field Application Engineering experience
  • Hands-on hyperscaler network operations knowledge
  • Embedded Linux system design and architecture
  • OMCI Provisioning of PON FTTx solutions
  • Open networking projects like SONiC or OpenConfig
  • Data center routing platforms Arista Juniper Cisco

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • Ability to balance short-term demands with long-term goals
  • Experience working with strategic account environments
  • Comfortable balancing customer requirements with product roadmap
  • Cross-functional collaboration with R&D and product teams

Key Requirements

  • Engineering degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years in Field Application Engineering or similar roles
  • Experience with UNIX/Linux/RHEL/Ubuntu server OS administration

Work Rights

Not specified

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