Ciena · 1 month ago
Ciena - Technical Sales Development Program
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$74K/yr - $74K/yrCiena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, committed to a people-first approach. The Technical Sales Development Program prepares participants for careers in technical sales, focusing on roles as Account Managers and Sales Engineers.
CollaborationDeliverySoftwareTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Prepare for a successful career in technical sales as an Account Manager (AM) or in sales engineering as a Sales Engineer (SE)
Strengthen connections with current customers and identify new business opportunities as an AM
Serve as the technical bridge between Ciena’s current and future customers as an SE
Engage with customers in a consultative capacity, utilizing technical aptitude to design networks
Cultivate sales and profitability within current accounts and develop business strategies to drive new client opportunities
Participate in classroom-based and hands-on training with networking, mentoring, and coaching opportunities
Learn to prospect for new business, solve problems, and understand excellent customer service
Undertake deep dives into Ciena’s product portfolios, customer landscape, and the end-to-end sales cycle
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business
Preferred
Prior technical and/or sales co-op/work experience
Benefits
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
Vacation time
Paid Family Leave
Company
Ciena
Ciena collaborates with customers to unlock the strategic potential of their networks and and change the way they perform and compete.
Founded in 1992
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1997-02-07IPO
1995-12-01Series C
1994-12-01Series B
Leadership Team
Gary Smith
President & CEO
Kevin Kimberlin
Co-Founder
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