Smaller Company in Big Corporate Clothing - Director of Sales Ciena Employee Review

3.0
Mar 4, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

they pay pretty well and generally look after their salespeople The company is generally doing well and under pretty good sir leadership The cluture is pretty good it's like being in the family when you are there

Cons

North American centric, can be less understanding of European Markets Can be massively over optimistic on sales targeting (like many companies) Highly political environment and can be a bit clickey you have to manage upwards well Process and red tape can stifle innovation - too much red tape and legal/commercial governance from the Nortel MEN acquisition can stifle innovation. Like working for hege global corporate Commercial and legal rule the roost

Explore other reviews about Ciena

5.0
Mar 29, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good culture, support, great env.

Cons

compensation is too low and no bonus.

3.0
Jun 18, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good work life balance, good environment

Cons

Pay is not competitive, very less stock options.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All