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Position Title: Software Verification Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time, Existing vacancy

Location: Ottawa ON, Onsite

About Lumentum

At Lumentum, we’re building the tech behind the world’s 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.

We’re 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, you’ll fit right in.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Are you someone who thrives on solving technical puzzles?
Do you dream of working on groundbreaking optical technologies?
Are you ready to collaborate with brilliant minds in a dynamic, fast-paced environment?

Join a leading Photonics company at the forefront of innovation, where you’ll help create next-generation optical datacenter and telecommunication products, including Optical Circuit Switches, ROADMs, SDN White Boxes, WSS and OCM Modules, Amplifier Modules, and many other cutting-edge photonic solutions

What You’ll Be Doing

As a key contributor to our SW Design Verification & Characterization Team, you’ll play an essential role in bringing revolutionary optical products to life. Specifically, you’ll:

• Engineer with impact: Design and implement advanced FW, SW, and optical test and verification strategies to transition breakthrough products from the design phase to full-scale production, document and review test plans with peers and stake holders, automate and manually execute test cases, record and report test case execution progress and results, provide guidance to and share technical expertise with more junior members of the verification team.
• Innovate with AI: Collaborate on integrating AI tools into test and characterization workflows to unlock new levels of efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate for success: Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to align product requirements.
• Deliver excellence: Create scalable, well-documented test solutions and validate products using Agile methodologies.
• Learn from the best: Gain hands-on experience and mentorship from seasoned experts in FW, SW, and optical testing, characterization, and advanced data analysis, setting the foundation for a successful career.

What We’re Looking For

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience:
The ideal candidate will have:

• 3+ years of embedded product verification experience.
• Experience in anyone (or more) of the following: Python, C#.
• Solid understanding of testing methodologies.
• Experience in designing and executing test plans/cases to validate software quality across functional, performance, and regression.
• Expertise in test automation, including interaction with devices under test and test equipment.
• Knowledge in Linux system, bash scripting, server deployment, and configuring, logging and monitoring tools.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Skills:

• Experience in the design and/or testing of optical components and subsystems for optical communications.
• Experience working with LAG/LACP, LLDP, sZTP, BootZ, L3 ECMP.
• Experience working other networking protocols - IP, UDP/TCP, DHCP, Layer 2 Ethernet/MAC, gRPC.
• Knowledge of management interfaces such as OpenConfig, SNMP, gNMI.

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

Salary Range: $84,650 - $114,550 CAD (flexible).

Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. In 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 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!

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!