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# Network Engineer - New Grad

- **Company:** Ciena Corporation
- **Location:** Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Networks, Internet Protocol, Network Installation Services, Routing, Computer Network Technologies
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://ciena.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Frankfurt/Network-Engineer---New-Grad_R031296

## About the Role

Are you a recent graduate in telecommunications, engineering, or a related field? Join Ciena's Professional Services team and gain hands-on experience working on real-world networks that power global connectivity., * Recent graduate (BSc or MSc in Engineering, Telecommunications, or similar)

 * Strong interest in optical / fibre networking technologies (highly valued)
 * Basic understanding of networking concepts (IP, routing, or transmission)
 * Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills
 * Good communication skills in English and German (minimum C1)
 * Ability to work in a team environment

## Description

* Learn how to engineer and deploy advanced network solutions with guidance from experienced engineers
 * Support network implementation, testing, and reconfiguration/migration activities
 * Work with both optical (Layer 0/1) and IP networking technologies (Layer 2/3)
 * Collaborate with global teams including engineering, project management, and technical support
 * Participate in customer projects and gain exposure to real deployment environments


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