Ciena Corporation is seeking a Platform Automation Engineer to enhance automation-driven upgrade solutions within its Blue Planet division. The role requires expertise in Linux system administration, cloud platforms, and scripting, with a focus on improving network resilience and performance
Job Summary
As a DevOps- Platform Automation Engineer within Blue Planet, 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.
Ciena is committed to a people-first approach with a culture focused on flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging.
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Ciena Corporation is seeking a Platform Automation Engineer to enhance automation-driven upgrade solutions within its Blue Planet division. The role requires expertise in Linux system administration, cloud platforms, and scripting, with a focus on improving network resilience and performance.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Linux system administration
Python scripting and automation
AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud platforms
Kubernetes environment management
Microservices upgrade experience
CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Diagnostic skills for infrastructure and applications
Nice-to-have
Blue Planet orchestration platform experience
Service mesh technologies knowledge
Advanced observability tools like Prometheus
High-availability production systems support
Automation frameworks such as Ansible
Container security best practices
Networking fundamentals aligned with industry standards
Key Requirements
3 to 8 years Linux system administration experience
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Experience upgrading microservices in production
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and database fundamentals