Job Description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We're a technology company that leads with our humanity--driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
We're seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead brand and editorial content development from concept through delivery across marketing channels, including events, web, collateral, campaigns, video, and strategic initiatives. This role blends an understanding of brand storytelling and editorial excellence with operational rigor and firsthand knowledge of content platforms to drive efficient, high-quality execution.
Reporting to the Director of Brand Strategy and Communications, the ideal candidate combines project leadership, creative sensibility, and technical fluency to ensure content is strategically planned, effectively managed, and seamlessly delivered. You'll also guide project management practices across a functionally structured team--fostering collaboration, departmental alignment, and agility to support the company's growing content ambitions.
How you will contribute

• Own centralized intake of brand/editorial projects, including review and assessment of work requests, prioritization, and resource allocation
• Partner with internal stakeholders and agencies to develop briefs, project plans, scopes of work, timelines, project trackers, and status reports; manage budget and billing
• Coordinate deliverables with other project managers to manage dependencies, balance competing priorities, remove silos, and align functional contributions with project goals
• Oversee stakeholder communication and serve as an escalation point for risk management, conflicts, and complex projects
• Establish and manage workflows and set up tasks in Optimizely, ensuring relevant stakeholder engagement, progress tracking, and transparency at each phase
• Drive continual process improvement by recommending enhancements to project management governance within the functional operating model
• Ensure all deliverables meet organizational standards for quality, efficiency, and compliance

Must haves

• 10+ years of project management experience, including 2+ years in a leadership capacity
• Demonstrated success managing editorial publishing cycles, upholding brand standards across deliverables and supporting campaign planning and execution
• Understanding of brand positioning and voice, editorial style, SEO, and content optimization fundamentals
• Proficiency with content management systems (CMS) such as Optimizely and digital asset management (DAM) platforms
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification, and expertise in PM tools, practices, and implementation of PMO standards
• Organized and meticulous; adept at managing multiple projects in a demanding environment
• Strong communicator who builds trust, alignment, and accountability across teams
• High emotional intelligence; adapts communication to diverse audiences and situations
• Flexible problem solver who demonstrates resilience and adaptability in times of change

Nice to have

• Experience advancing project management maturity models is a plus

Pay Range:
The annual salary range for this position in Canada is $104,300 - $166,700 CAD.
The annual salary range for this position in the US is $110,400 - $176,400 USD.
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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