Product Line Manager - Routing & Switching Innovation (Ottawa)

Ciena is seeking a Product Line Manager to drive innovation strategy, definition, and growth of the IP Routing portfolio with a focus on the expanding role of Artificial Intelligence in Service Provider networks.

This role shapes how market, customer, and AI-driven requirements are integrated into a cohesive routing roadmap to unlock new business opportunities.

How you will make an impact

• Identify and define differentiated IP routing solution opportunities using qualitative and quantitative analysis
• Engage global Service Providers to understand network evolution, AI‑driven operational models, and new service constructs
• Lead proof‑of‑concept initiatives to validate solutions and drive customer adoption
• Align routing innovation requirements with the broader Ciena portfolio roadmap in partnership with PLM peers
• Translate market and innovation needs into detailed product requirements and multi‑year roadmaps with engineer...