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Position Title: FPGA Designer
Employment Type: Full-time, Existing vacancy
Location: Ottawa (On-Site)
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
At Lumentum, we are searching for Canada’s brightest young minds engineers and innovators who want to build the next generation of optical technology. If you are driven by curiosity, eager to solve real-world challenges, and excited about developing groundbreaking optical systems, this is your opportunity.
Join us in designing the future of optical cloud & networking technology our advanced photonic modules power the world’s voice and internet traffic, and we need your expertise to take them to the next level. This is not just another job; this is your chance to define & design what’s next in photonics.
What You’ll Be Doing
While the primary focus of this role is FPGA design, you will also support simulation and lab testing activities to ensure comprehensive design validation.
In addition to working closely with the rest of the FPGA team, you will collaborate with other R&D engineering groups, including hardware, firmware, algorithms, and product verification.
- FPGA design: Implementation of control and datapath logic. IP core configuration and integration.
- Verification: Support test plan creation & simulation environment development. Assist with debugging activities. Review coverage reports and provide guidance to improve simulation coverage.
- Lab validation & debugging: Collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers for cross-functional integration and lab validation to ensure system-level performance goals are met. Develop and execute scripts for automated testing.
- Synthesis & optimization: Constraints implementation and optimization, thorough analysis of build and timing reports to ensure robustness.
- Documentation: Create and maintain high-quality design and test documentation, contributing to project knowledge bases and future reference.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in ASIC or FPGA design and simulation using Verilog/SystemVerilog
- Experience with synthesis, constraints, timing analysis, clock domain crossing.
- Experience with AMD(Xilinx) or Altera FPGAs and tools.
- Collaborative team player who works effectively with cross-functional groups and contributes to multi-designer projects.
- Clear, robust, and well commented coding style.
- Problem solving, troubleshooting, and debugging skills.
- Thorough and detail-oriented approach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Assets:
- Experience with SystemVerilog Assertions, advanced verification methodologies, and coverage analysis.
- Experience with embedded processor SoC design
- Experience with PCIe, DDR memory, and AXI interfaces
- Knowledge of digital signal processing concepts
- Familiarity with VHDL, C, Csh, Tcl, Python, Perl
- Experience developing in a Linux environment
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: $93,400 - $133,400 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.
Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.
Join us—your future starts here!
Lumentum Ottawa, Ontario, CAN Office
61 Bill Leathem Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K2J 0P7
