Senior Embedded Software Engineer Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Software Development

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Position Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time, 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.

Why You’ll Love This Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize embedded software systems, playing a key part in shaping our software architecture and driving hardware bring-up initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing

Architecting and developing robust embedded software solutions

Optimize software for performance, reliability and maintainability

Develop and maintain containerized environments and Linux packaging pipelines

Experience with board/system bring-up and hardware-software integration

Contributing technical leadership across the product lifecycle

Provide technical leadership throughout the product development lifecycle

What We’re Looking For

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Experience:

5+ years of experience in embedded environment.

Expert-level proficiency in C++, with a strong command of modern best practices and performance-conscious development

Proven experience in embedded architecture and system design

Hands-on experience building, deploying, and optimizing Docker containers and Debian/Linux packages

Asset/Nice to Have

Experience with SONiC (Software for Open Networking in the Cloud)

Demonstrated success in software bring-up on new or custom hardware platforms

System and product-level experience in a technical lead capacity

Contributing to open-source projects

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
The salary range for this position is $110,625 - $149,675 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.

Join us—your future starts here!