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Process Automation Software Engineer

Job in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: Lumentum
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 CAD Yearly CAD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Test Engineer (Optical Calibration and Test)

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Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Calibration and Test Engineer to join the Optical Switching Calibration and Test Engineering team supporting Lumentum’s next-generation Optical Switching products.
This role involves developing automation software, designing calibration methodologies, and supporting test infrastructure across R&D and global manufacturing. You will collaborate closely with firmware, hardware, optical design, and manufacturing teams to ensure efficient and accurate test processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain automation software for calibration and test execution.
  • Collaborate with R&D teams to define and implement calibration and test plans optimizing optical module performance and ensuring compliance to specifications.
  • Interface with global manufacturing to deploy and support test processes and infrastructure.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve test system and product performance issues through systematic problem-solving.
  • Analyze test data and production metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
  • Improve test throughput, reliability, and yield while minimizing cost and maintaining quality.
  • Support remote manufacturing sites in testing improvements and deployment.
Required Qualifications
  • Post-Secondary degree in Science/Engineering Field
  • Knowledge of optical communication principles and technology
  • Minimum 5 years of industry experience in automation, calibration, or test development.
  • Demonstrated Object-oriented programming experience / skills.
  • Experience interfacing test and measurement instruments via software (e.g., RS232, I2C, SPI, GPIB, or Ethernet).
  • Logical problem-solving skills and technical aptitude.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills in cross-functional, fast-paced environments.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
  • Experience with optical component calibration, LCoS, or MEMS systems.
  • Familiarity with data analytics tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, SQL) for yield and performance analysis.
  • Understanding of manufacturing process control and statistical analysis (SPC, GR&R).
  • Programming experience in C# and/or  with MS Visual Studio
  • Familiarity with Agile project development

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