Ciena used to be a nice place to work, but poor management decisions have led to its decline. - Senior Manager Ciena Employee Review

3.0
Nov 22, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

1. Compensation is competitive to the industry 2. Work-life balance was fine - flexible hours 3. Immediate working peers were fantastic - team environment

Cons

1. Limited to no career growth 2. After every merger, the keys were handed to execs in the new company in favor of existing employees (e.g. NT now owns majority of eng. development) 3. No loyalty to employees 4. Indecisive management 5. Constantly changing long term vision 6. Clickish environment - it matters who you know

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5.0
Mar 29, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good culture, support, great env.

Cons

compensation is too low and no bonus.

3.0
Jun 18, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good work life balance, good environment

Cons

Pay is not competitive, very less stock options.

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