Senior Software Automation Engineer - Optics & AI Verification

Lumentum; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Health & wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Gym access

Subsidized meals

Stock options

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lumentum Canada is hiring an experienced Senior Software Automation Engineer in Ottawa to advance optical test and verification strategies, transitioning breakthroughs from design to production. You will drive automation, data analysis and AI-assisted testing in a fast-growing photonics environment.

The role requires an engineering graduate with 3+ years in optical component development, strong programming and test automation skills, and collaboration with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.

Qualifications

• A graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience on product development of optical components, photonics, or telecom systems.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced test automation.
• Proficiency in Software Development.

Responsibilities

• Engineer with impact: Design and implement advanced optical test and verification strategies to transition products from design to production.
• Characterize key optical parameters to optimize real-world performance.
• Dive into advanced data analysis to extract insights and improve designs.
• Collaborate on integrating AI tools into test and characterization workflows.
• Work with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality to align product requirements.
• Deliver scalable, well-documented test solutions and validate products using Agile methodologies.
• Learn from seasoned experts in optical testing and data analysis.

Skills

Python

Flutter

Dart

VB.NET

C#

Test automation

Software development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics

Tools

Git

Test equipment

Job description

Lumentum Canada is hiring an experienced Senior Software Automation Engineer in Ottawa to advance optical test and verification strategies, transitioning breakthroughs from design to production. You will drive automation, data analysis and AI-assisted testing in a fast-growing photonics environment.

The role requires an engineering graduate with 3+ years in optical component development, strong programming and test automation skills, and collaboration with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.