Overall a decent place to work - Software Test Engineer Ciena Employee Review

4.0
Sep 5, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Unlimited PTO Wellness reimbursement Generous extra days off around some holidays Fair compensation

Cons

Very diverse workgroup over several time zones means sometimes verbal miscommunication and early or late meeting times.

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Ciena Response
10mo
Thank you for your feedback and for being part of the Ciena team! We're proud of our flexible work environment and glad you enjoy benefits like unlimited PTO, wellness reimbursement, and extra days off around holidays. We understand that working across time zones can bring challenges, but fostering connectedness and collaboration within our diverse teams is a priority. We’re committed to improving communication and scheduling to ensure everyone feels supported and engaged. If you'd like to share more, please email us at cienafeedback@ciena.com.

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