Director of Component Engineering at Ciena

Shape the future of technology at Ciena as the Director of Component Engineering in Ottawa. Lead innovation in high-speed connectivity while enhancing supplier partnerships and component reliability. Ciena is seeking a strategic Director to oversee its component engineering function.

In this full-time role, you will lead a global team of engineers, manage operational excellence, and develop crucial commodity strategies. This position emphasizes collaboration with R&D, ensuring effective component selection through the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: • Lead a global team focused on component engineering excellence • Co-develop commodity strategies with Global Commodity Managers • Advise R&D teams on component technologies and readiness • Build partnerships with manufacturers to influence quality and compliance • Manage multi-sourcing strategies to mitigate supply risks Requirements: • Degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics with 15+ years’ experience • 10+ years in engineering leadership positions • Strong understanding of telecom component technologies • Proven expertise in component reliability and quality assurance • Exceptional communication skills for cross-functional alignment Lead the component engineering function at Ciena and drive transformative initiatives for technology advancement. #J-18808-Ljbffr