An industry leader with global footprint - Software Engineer Ciena Employee Review

3.0
Aug 16, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Medium-sized company, focused on optical and packet networking. It strives to challenge the status quo and redefine the network layers. It is poised for growth.

Cons

Performance awards are not generous perhaps due to the fact that it is not profitable especially after the Nortel acquisition. Little attention is paid on helping employees manage and grow their careers within the company.

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Cons

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Pros

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Cons

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