About the role#
This is a 4-8 month full-time co-op position based in Ottawa. You will work on-site starting in January 2027. You will gain hands-on experience developing embedded software for optical networking products within a collaborative engineering team.
What you'll do#
- Design, implement, and debug embedded software using C and C++ on Linux-based systems.
- Participate in requirements analysis and software design reviews.
- Develop, document, and execute unit and system-level test cases.
- Troubleshoot low-level software issues, including interactions between hardware and software.
- Participate in code reviews and follow standard software development processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering co-op program.
- Experience programming in C or C++.
- Experience with embedded Linux software development.
- Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
- Exposure to networking concepts or low-level system software.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment with good communication skills.
- Eligibility to complete a background check.
Location & details#
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position ($24-35/hr).
About Lumentum
Lumentum produces optical and photonic technologies for communications, data centers, and industrial applications. The company manufactures lasers, modules, and optical subsystems. It was founded in 2015 and maintains its headquarters in San Jose, California. The organization operates a global network of research, sales, and manufacturing facilities.
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