Customer Quality Advocate (QAM) Senior Manager

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.

Join Ciena, the global leader in high-speed connectivity, as a Customer Quality Advocate Senior Manager. In this pivotal role, you will lead the Americas Quality Account Management (QAM) team, ensuring seamless collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to deliver superior quality products efficiently and effectively.

How You Will Contribute:

• Analyze and communicate customer results with relevant teams to drive resolutions and improvements.
• Collaborate with account teams and customers to address and understand quality needs.
• Monitor and report metrics tracking continuous quality enhancement initiatives.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to proactively address customer quality concerns.
• Recommend and implement improvements to Ciena's quality assurance procedures.
• Participate in daily quality activities, supporting a global customer base.
• Review requirements with developers and quality engineers to ensure accuracy and consistency.

The Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in quality engineering or management.
• Strong knowledge of telecom equipment and customer baselines.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and adapt processes to meet evolving business needs.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Power BI).
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities.

Nice to Haves:

• Prior experience with SQL, Salesforce, JIRA, and software application testing.
• Background in customer communication and collaboration with executive stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with strong technical skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in collaborative environments, including virtual teams.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Documented training and certifications in quality assurance or related fields.

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Pay Range:

The annual pay range for this position is $138,600 - $221,400.

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