QA Automation Engineer

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. At Ciena, we believe in the power of people. As the global leader in high‑speed connectivity, we design the adaptive networks that help communities, customers, and partners thrive in the AI era. Join Blue Planet, a division of Ciena, and contribute to software automation solutions that make a meaningful impact on how organizations innovate, operate, and deliver exceptional digital experiences. How you will make an impact: • Translate concepts and high‑level requirements into comprehensive test strategies that strengthen product quality and customer experience • Build, extend, and maintain automated test suites for end‑to‑end, system, and performance testing using modern frameworks • Develop automated validation for REST‑based interfaces • Lead lab or simulation test environment planning, configuration, and optimization • Create test plans, analyze results, and deliver clear, actionable reporting • Investigate issues, collaborate with engineering teams to identify root causes, and advance quality improvements • Track automation progress and contribute recommendations on tools and techniques that elevate testing effectiveness The must haves: • 2+ years of hands‑on experience in software test automation • Strong proficiency in TypeScript or JavaScript • Expertise with Jasmine, Cucumber, and Webdriver.io/Cypress/Playwright. • Experience with REST API automation using tools such as Postman or Newman • Knowledge of performance or load‑testing tools, including JMeter and monitoring dashboards • Experience with containerized environments, including Docker or Kubernetes • Practical experience configuring and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using platforms such as Jenkins or GitLab • Proficiency with Git‑based version control systems Nice to haves: • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud • Knowledge of database technologies such as PostgreSQL or Neo4j • Familiarity with test management solutions such as TestRail • Experience working within Agile Scrum teams • Understanding of DevOps practices and workflows #LI-FA Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox. 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. Join our Talent Community and get early job alerts, personalized career tips, and insider insights. Discover how Ciena's unique blend of deep humanity and relentless innovation creates an exceptional workplace culture. Explore CienaLife.