Embedded Software Engineer Co-opIntern

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Position Title: Embedded Software Engineer Co-op/Intern

Employment Type: Student Co-op/Intern

Location: Ottawa ON Onsite

Welcome to Lumentum! Were all about harnessing cutting-edge tech to create a brighter more connected future. We are the leaders in optical and photonic products working at the intersection of innovation and impact. Heres what were up to:

Cloud & Networking

• Powering high-speed data transmission for cloud data centers AI/ML enterprise systems and communication services. Think streaming gaming and next-gen techwe make it happen.

Industrial Tech

• Innovating with state-of-the-art lasers used in industries like EVs solar power display technology and semiconductors. Were enabling the future of green tech and advanced manufacturing.

At Lumentum were committed to collaboration inclusivity and empowering our team to shine. Together were shaping the tech of tomorrow while supporting a culture where everyone thrives.

Why Youll Love This Role

Lumentum is seeking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer - Co-op/Intern for our Ottawa based WSS Embedded Software team.

The Opportunity

8-month term (preferred): Jan. 2025 Aug. 2026

4-month term: Jan. 2025 Apr. 2025

What Youll Be Doing

The Embedded Software Engineer responsibilities would include but not be limited to the following:

• Work closely with R&D teams to develop embedded software and ensure compliance to specifications.
• Work independently or in a small team to deliver technically challenging products.
• Designing implementing and supporting features in C on embedded platforms for high performance optical products.
• Work with hardware interfaces including sensors actuators communication buses (like UART I2C SPI) and peripherals.
• Applying best practices throughout the software lifecycle.
• Solving complex problems in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Analyzing and characterizing software failures.
• Sharing your knowledge in the following technology areas: embedded software code reuse designing for test and support distributed and multi-threaded system design unit test etc.

Education Qualifications

• 3rd or 4th year: Computer Engineering Computer Science and Electrical Engineering although software-inclined candidates from other Engineering and Science disciplines would also be considered.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Motivated to succeed.
• Strong C programming experience.
• Strong experience developing and working with embedded systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with optical systems is an asset.
• Experience with QNX LINUX FreeRTOS and SYSBIOS is an asset.
• Experience with TI and Xilinx DSPs is an asset.

To be considered for this opportunity

• You must be registered full-time or part time in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution

Perks Youll Love

• Free parking
• Free gym
• Cafeteria with subsidized meals and free coffee/tea
• Prayer room
• Games room

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.

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Join usyour future starts here!