Product Line Manager – Network Management Applications

Ciena

Product Line Manager for SDN controller platform applications at Ciena, a leader in high-speed connectivity. Focused on product strategy, market execution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$114,100 - CA$182,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive product strategy and roadmap execution for SDN controller platform applications, with a focus on network planning, operations, and optimization capabilities.
Translate customer needs, market insights, and technology trends into clear, prioritized product requirements.
Lead initiatives across Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) and Network Digital Twin technologies to improve operational efficiency and accuracy.
Partner closely with R&D, Hardware, Navigator development, sales, and support teams to deliver differentiated, high-quality software releases.
Enable successful go-to-market execution through customer engagement, sales training, and technical presentations.
Represent the product line externally at industry events while maintaining deep awareness of competitive dynamics and emerging trends.
Use product performance metrics and customer feedback to continuously refine features and user experience.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
5+ years of experience in product management or technical roles within the networking industry
Deep expertise in IP and optical transport technologies and network planning processes
Proven experience leading Telco software applications from concept through market adoption
Strong background in Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps), network design, and optimization
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with agile software development teams
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and align stakeholders across functions

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision plans
participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
company-paid holidays
paid sick leave
vacation time

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Hard Skills & Tools

product strategyroadmap executionnetwork planningoperationsoptimizationArtificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps)network digital twin technologiesIP transport technologiesoptical transport technologiesagile software development

Soft Skills

communication skillsinfluencestakeholder alignment

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Telecommunications