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Position Title: Embedded Security 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.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Design and implement secure boot architectures
- Implement SSD/data-at-rest encryption (key hierarchy, provisioning, rotation, secure erase, performance tradeoffs)
- Partner with hardware, platform, and manufacturing teams to operationalize security at scale
What We’re Looking For
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Experience:
- 5+ years embedded software experience with a strong focus on security
- Expert Python/Go for embedded systems; familiarity with C/C++
- Hands-on experience with secure BIOS/bootloaders, cryptography (ECC/RSA, AES, SHA-2/3), and PKI
- x86 platform security experience, including BIOS/UEFI, measured boot, and firmware trust chains
- TCG Opal experience (self-encrypting drives, disk encryption, pre-boot authentication)
- TPM 2.0 integration and usage (measured boot, key sealing, attestation)
- Experience with Linux-based embedded platforms and/or RTOS environments
- Strong debugging skills
Asset/Nice to Have
- Experience in telecom, networking, or optical systems
- Knowledge of secure manufacturing, provisioning, and RMA flows
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
The salary range for this position is $110,625 - $149,675 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 [email protected] to request accommodation.
Join us—your future starts here!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years embedded software experience with strong focus on security
- Expert Python and Go for embedded systems; familiarity with C/C++
- Hands-on experience with secure BIOS/bootloaders, secure boot, and firmware trust chains
- Cryptography experience (ECC, RSA, AES, SHA-2/3) and PKI
- x86 platform security experience including BIOS/UEFI and measured boot
- TCG Opal (self-encrypting drive) experience
- TPM 2.0 integration and usage (measured boot, key sealing, attestation)
- Experience with Linux-based embedded platforms and/or RTOS environments
- Strong debugging skills
- Experience in telecom, networking, or optical systems
- Knowledge of secure manufacturing, provisioning, and RMA flows
Lumentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lumentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Lumentum.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is positioned as a meaningful part of total compensation, with RSUs frequently framed as a valued component of offers. An employee stock purchase plan with a discount and look-back further reinforces equity access as part of rewards.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are presented as a clear strength, with a 401(k) match and immediate vesting highlighted as supportive features. Auto-enrollment and match eligibility details indicate a structured retirement program for U.S. employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options are described, including PPO and HDHP/HSA choices and Kaiser in some locations, suggesting breadth and choice in coverage. Health and well-being programming is also characterized as part of a comprehensive benefits approach.
Lumentum Insights
What We Do
Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of innovative optical and photonic products enabling optical networking and laser applications worldwide. Lumentum optical components and subsystems are part of virtually every type of telecom, enterprise, and data center network. Lumentum 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.
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