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Position Title: Senior Process Automation Software Engineer
Employment Type: Full-time, Existing vacancy
Location: Ottawa (On-Site)
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
As a Senior Process Automation Software Engineer, you will be designing, developing, testing, and supporting software applications for process automation in R&D and manufacturing. You will work alongside our processing and R&D teams during the development of new products including next-generation WSS and Silicon Photonic components and modules.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Designing and implementing optical test and verification strategies to bring leading-edge products from initial design and NPI stages to volume manufacturing
- Collaborating with engineers in the R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, to help meet or exceed the product requirements
- Delivering robust, well-documented, scalable optical test applications
- Sharing best practices, influencing, and supporting other engineering teams with optical development activities related to process and test automation
- Support process engineers at our manufacturing sites in Asia
What We’re Looking For
Education:
A graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related field
Experience:
Core Requirements:
- Strong background in optics with deep knowledge of fiber optics, free-space optics, and associated components and subsystems
- 2-5 years of industry experience in calibrating and testing optical communication components and subsystems
- Demonstrable experience with electrical and optical test and measurement equipment
- Demonstrable programming and automation experience
Skills:
- Experience in the design and/or testing of optical components and subsystems for optical communications
- Experience of test automation to interact with device under test and test equipment
- Proficiency in C#, VB.NET, and the .NET frameworks and libraries
- Familiarity with Agile software development tools (e.g., Jira), source control systems (SVN, Git), and peer code review practices
- Familiarity with data analytics tools used for manufacturing process control and statistical analysis
- Hands-on experience with free-space optical systems is highly valued
- Experience in silicon photonics testing is considered a significant advantage
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: $93,000 - $133,000 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
- Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related field
- Strong background in optics (fiber optics, free-space optics)
- 2-5 years industry experience calibrating and testing optical communication components and subsystems
- Experience with electrical and optical test and measurement equipment
- Demonstrable programming and automation experience
- Proficiency in C#, VB.NET, and the .NET frameworks and libraries
- Familiarity with Agile development tools (e.g., Jira), source control systems (SVN, Git), and peer code review practices
- Familiarity with data analytics tools used for manufacturing process control and statistical analysis
- Hands-on experience with free-space optical systems
- Experience in silicon photonics testing
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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