It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Region’s Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year. Title: Senior Embedded Linux Software Designer Employment Type: Full-time, permanent Location: Ottawa ON, onsite Welcome to Lumentum! We’re 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. Here’s what we’re 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 tech—we make it happen. Industrial Tech Innovating with state-of-the-art lasers used in industries like EVs, solar power, display technology, and semiconductors. We’re enabling the future of green tech and advanced manufacturing. At Lumentum, we’re committed to collaboration, inclusivity, and empowering our team to shine. Together, we’re shaping the tech of tomorrow while supporting a culture where everyone thrives. Lumentum is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Embedded Linux Software Designer to drive innovation and excellence in the design and development of next-generation optical communication products. This is not just another job—this is an opportunity to make your mark on transformative technologies that power the future of connectivity. What You’ll Be Doing Lead the definition and development of software architectures for pioneering optical communication products. Innovate and collaborate with a team of industry experts, bringing your unique insights to shape the future of optical networks. Design, develop, and support embedded software on robust Linux-based platforms. Be at the forefront of solving complex challenges, ensuring product reliability and performance. What We’re Looking For Expertise and Passion: You have 4+ years of hands-on experience with embedded C/C++ or GoLang and thrive in multi-threaded software design. Problem Solver: Your ability to debug and troubleshoot complex issues is unmatched. Tech Enthusiast: Proficiency with tools and technologies like Git, Subversion, and exposure to Redis, Docker, OpenConfig, YANG, Protocol Buffers, gRPC, gNMI, SNMP, and NETCONF make you stand out. Collaborative Leader: Your communication skills and team-player attitude inspire others and foster innovation. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Experience in embedded Linux software development is a significant advantage. What’s in It for You? Impactful Work: Contribute to products that shape the backbone of modern communication. Growth Opportunities: Expand your skill set, take on leadership roles, and work with cutting-edge technologies. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented team that values innovation, creativity, and mutual respect. Perks You’ll 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 Join a Team That’s Shaping the Future At Lumentum, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a launchpad for creativity and innovation. We’re committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principles—Innovate, Engage, Deliver, Excel, and Win—aren’t just words; they’re the heart of what we do. Let’s Build a Brighter Future Together! Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We’re 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 talentacquisition@lumentum.com to request accommodation. Join us—your future starts here! It’s an exciting time to join Lumentum! Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a market-leading manufacturer of innovative optical and photonic products enabling optical networking and commercial laser customers worldwide. Lumentum’s optical components and subsystems are part of virtually every type of telecom, enterprise, and data center network. Lumentum’s commercial lasers enable advanced manufacturing techniques and diverse applications including next-generation 3D sensing capabilities. Lumentum is headquartered in San Jose, California with R&D, manufacturing, and sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.lumentum.com. We believe Lumentum is a great place to work and we support a diverse and inclusive culture where employees bring their whole and authentic selves to work. We strive to build meaningful connections that fuel innovation to produce products that impact the world. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All offers of employment are subject to background checks, appropriate work authorizations, and depending on the country, drug screens may be required prior to the start date. As a global employer, Lumentum is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Protected categories differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction but may include race, ethnic origin, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
