Embedded Software DevSecOps Engineer

Employment Type: Student – Co-op/Intern, 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.

The Chance

8 month term (preferred): January 2027 to August 2027

4 month term: January 2027 to April 2027

Pay Range: $24-35/hr

Why You’ll Love This Role

Do you like puzzles and solving challenging problems? Are you a collaborator who works well in a team environment? Do you value learning and continuous improvement? Then we have the job for you! This co-op position is an opportunity to work in the research and development team of a photonics & fiber optics company that is passionate about meeting the needs of our customers.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Contributing to the ongoing development of automated solutions for our next generation optical transport products
- Solving complex technical problems
- Working in close collaboration with the Firmware R&D; teams
- Improving the quality and robustness of firmware and hardware tests

What We’re Looking For

Education: 3rd or 4th year student pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.



Candidates must be currently enrolled in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution.
- Desire to succeed and to do things right the first time
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Robust object-oriented software design and implementation (any language)

Skills

- Git
- GitHub
- Bash
- PowerShell
- ChatGPT
- Copilot
- C#
- Python
- Javascript
- XML
- gRPC
- Jira

Experience

- Experience in instrumentation and automation
- Understanding of optical systems
- Experience with optical instruments and optical fibers

Perks You’ll Love

- Free parking
- Free gym
- Cafeteria with subsidized meals and free coffee/tea
- Prayer room
- Games room

Candidates must be eligible to complete a background check as part of the hiring process.

Join a Team That’s Shaping the Future

At Lumentum, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. 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.

Company Background

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.

📌 Embedded Software DevSecOps Engineer (Co-op Student) (Ottawa)
🏢 Lumentum Operations
📍 Ottawa