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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Lumentum


Job Location:

Ottawa - Canada

Yearly Salary: CAD 80000 - 115000
Posted: 3 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what theyre doing!
Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.


If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!


Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Regions Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canadas Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year.

About Lumentum

At Lumentum were building the tech behind the worlds fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers telecom and advanced manufacturing.

Were a global team of innovators working where light meets technology solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you youll fit right in.

Why Youll Love This Role

You will work at the intersection of embedded engineering and customer support using your C/C and troubleshooting skills to resolve real-world issues backed by a collaborative team that values clear communication as much as clean code.

What Youll Be Doing

  • Build and optimize multi-threaded and multicore applications ensuring efficient reliable performance.
  • Troubleshoot debug and resolve complex software and system-level issues.
  • Support customer-reported issues by investigating root causes providing timely resolutions and communicating findings clearly.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members to design implement and validate solutions.
  • Work with schematics to understand hardware connections and how software interacts with electronic components.
  • Contribute to automation tooling or scripting tasks using Python where applicable.

What Were Looking For

Education:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Software Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field

Experience:
Core Requirements:

  • 4 years of embedded C/C development experience.
  • Solid understanding of multi-threaded software experience working in Linux-based environments
  • Proficient in object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
  • Team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Strong problem solving troubleshooting and debugging skills.

Skills:

  • Experience using operating systems with strong understanding of multithreaded and multicore applications.
  • Ability to use a schematic to understand how electronic devices are connected.
  • Python development experience.

Perks Youll Love

  • Flexible time off
  • Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental)
  • Tuition reimbursement and career growth support
  • A workplace built for you: free gym games room prayer room
  • Subsidized meals free coffee/tea
  • Employee stock options and incentive plans
  • A collaborative innovative and inclusive culture

Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $80000 - $115000

Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience skills and line with our commitment to being a great place to work Lumentum offers competitive total rewards which may include annual bonus equity and comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

Join a Team Thats Shaping the Future

At Lumentum were more than just a workplacewere a launchpad for creativity and innovation. Were committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principlesInnovate Engage Deliver Excel and Winarent just words; theyre the heart of what we do.

Lets Build a Brighter Future Together!

Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger sparks creativity and drives our success.

Please contact us at to request accommodation.

Join usyour future starts here!


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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