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.
Lead Enterprise Solution Architect (Anaplan)
The Lead Enterprise Solution Architect (Anaplan) reports into the Senior Manager, Anaplan Enterprise Architecture and serves as the senior technical authority supporting the Anaplan Enterprise Leader across all technical aspects of the Anaplan platform. This role leads enterprise solution architecture, defines model design standards, drives integration patterns, and governs environment and delivery practices for scalable, reliable, and controlled planning solutions. The role partners across FP&A, IT, Data Engineering, and business leadership to translate strategy into technical execution and platform outcomes across the enterprise.
Enterprise Architecture Ownership
Define architecture patterns for model structure, ALM, performance, and modular design across the platform
Data & Integration Strategy
Lead technical design for integrations with Snowflake, Power BI, ERP, CRM, and HR systems in partnership with Data Engineering
Define enterprise planning data model standards, including hierarchies, structures, and governance controls
Solution Design Governance
Ensure audit readiness, data security, SOX alignment, and control compliance across solution design and platform operations
Platform Leadership & Delivery
Leadership & Team Development
5+ years supporting planning solutions within an IT department, including cross-functional delivery, platform support, and stakeholder alignment
5+ years working with data in a data warehouse environment, including enterprise data structures, integration design, and data quality considerations
5+ years working with SOX controls, with the ability to apply control, auditability, and compliance requirements to solution design and platform operations
The annual pay range for this position is $91,000 - $145,400 CAD
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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.
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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