System Architect

Position Title System Architect Employment Type Full‑time Location Ottawa, Onsite About Lumentum Welcome to Lumentum We’re all about harnessing cutting‑edge technology to create a brighter, more connected future. We are the leaders in optical and photonic products, working at the intersection of innovation and impact. Cloud & Networking – Powering high‑speed data transmission for cloud data centers, AI/ML, enterprise systems, and communication services. Industrial Tech – Innovating with state‑of‑the‑art lasers used in industries like EVs, solar power, display technology, and semiconductors. We’re committed to collaboration, inclusivity, and empowering our team to shine. Why You’ll Love This Role You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of Lumentum’s Optical Circuit Switch (OCS) products that are core to enabling the next generation of AI/ML data centers. As a System Architect, you’ll have broad technical influence across hardware, software, and FPGA teams, driving end‑to‑end product design from concept to production. You’ll collaborate with world‑class engineers, engage directly with customers, and help define the architectures that power tomorrow’s high‑performance networks. This is a unique opportunity to lead complex, multidisciplinary innovation while growing your impact on a global technology stage. What You’ll Be Doing The System Design & Architecture team provides technical leadership for a multi‑disciplinary product development team and owns overall product design through its lifecycle. Focus on SW architecture and requirements definition while participating actively in other aspects of product development. Work closely with functional design teams (HW, SW, FPGA), Verification, Reliability, Project Management, PLM, Operations, and other members of the team to develop new products and bring them to production. Lead a wide exposure to Lumentum’s internal technology and sub‑components and interact with people throughout the company. Strong customer‑facing aspect: primary interface for technical discussions on requirements, specifications, and program status. Drive system integration and initial validation testing on new designs. Design and test report reviews. Coordinate failure analysis activities throughout the product lifecycle – development, design verification, manufacturing, qualification. Lifecycle support as the product line matures – managing EOL components, cost reductions, field failures. This is a senior position requiring strong accountability, leadership ability, and significant technical background. What We’re Looking For Physics, engineering physics, computer science or relevant engineering degree. 10 years’ experience in product development with broad exposure to software, firmware, optics and hardware. Experience in optical networking is preferred but not necessary. Experience in a technical leadership role, particularly in a multidisciplinary environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to facilitate discussions between multiple design disciplines. Strong attention to detail and ability to multi‑task. Perks You’ll Love Flexible time off Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental) Tuition reimbursement and career growth support Free gym, games room, prayer room Subsidized meals, free coffee/tea Employee stock options and incentive plans A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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. To request accommodation, contact #J-18808-Ljbffr