Director of Component Engineering at Ciena

Ciena Corporation
📍 ottawa, on, Canada 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 04, 2026

Job Description

Join Ciena’s innovative team as the Director of Component Engineering, leading high-speed connectivity advancements. This leadership role focuses on strategic planning, operational excellence, and team growth.
Ciena is seeking a Director of Component Engineering to shape the future of telecom technologies. This senior role oversees a global team of engineers and requires a deep technical understanding of components and supplier dynamics. You'll advise on technological strategies, ensure performance reliability, and drive industry-leading partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead a global team focused on operational excellence
• Develop commodity strategies with Global Commodity Managers
• Advise R&D teams on component technologies
• Build partnerships with manufacturers for technology influence
• Oversee onboarding processes for suppliers and components
Requirements:
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics
• 15+ years in relevant experience and 10+ ...

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Job Details

  • Location ottawa, on
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Engineering
  • Posted Date July 04, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 13, 2026