Senior Optical Characterization and Test Engineer

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Position Title: Senior Optical Characterization and Test 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

At Lumentum, we are searching for Canada’s brightest young minds engineers and innovators who want to build the next generation of optical technology. If you are driven by curiosity, eager to solve real-world challenges, and excited about developing groundbreaking optical systems, this is your opportunity. Join us in designing the future of optical cloud & networking technology our advanced photonic modules power the world’s voice and internet traffic, and we need your expertise to take them to the next level. This is not just another job; this is your chance to define & design what’s next in photonics.

What You’ll Be Doing

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

• Design and implement advanced optical test and verification strategies to transition breakthrough products from the design phase to full-scale production.
• Conduct in-depth characterization of key optical parameters, using advanced techniques to ensure our products are optimized for real-world performance.
• Utilize sophisticated data analysis methods to extract insights, solve challenges, and improve optical designs.
• Collaborate on integrating AI tools into test and characterization workflows to unlock new levels of efficiency and accuracy.
• Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to align product requirements.
• Create scalable, well-documented test solutions and validate products using Agile methodologies.
• Gain hands-on experience and mentorship from seasoned experts in optical testing, characterization, and advanced data analysis, setting the foundation for a successful career.

What We’re Looking For

Education

A graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related field.

Experience

3+ years of relevant experience on product development of optical components, photonics, or telecom systems.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical, communication skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Software Development.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in the design and/or testing of optical components and subsystems for optical communications.
• Hands-on experience with electrical and optical test and measurement equipment.
• Expertise in test automation, including interaction with devices under test and test equipment.
• Experience in any one (or more) of the following: Python, Flutter, Dart, VB.NET, C#.
• Experience leveraging packages and frameworks in a software development context.
• Familiarity with Agile software development tools, version control systems (e.g., Git).

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

Salary Range: $75,000 - $124,000 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 us - your future starts here!

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 View email address on apply.j-vers.com to request accommodation.

Lumentum is illuminating the networks of tomorrow with advanced photonic technologies that enable AI, data centers, telecom, industrial, and sensing applications. As AI accelerates the global demand for bandwidth and energy efficiency, we deliver the building blocks that keep data moving reliably, efficiently, and at massive scale. Our optical products support AI and compute infrastructure, cloud and DCI environments, metro and long-haul networks, while our lasers drive breakthroughs in precision manufacturing and sensing. For nearly five decades, Lumentum has been at the intersection of light and innovation. What began as a vision with JDS Uniphase to harness the power of photonics has evolved into a global force driving the communication infrastructure of tomorrow. At Lumentum, we’re building more than a business—we’re building a team of passionate innovators whose drive to collaborate, create, and connect the world fuels everything we do. We are part of the AI technology revolution and we are illuminating the path forward. Headquartered in San Jose, California, we operate worldwide through a network of R&D, manufacturing, and sales locations.