Curious what it’s like to work at Lumentum’s headquarters? This #NationalInternDay, some of our San Jose interns are taking over our social media for a lightning-fast tour of Ridder Park. Join us for the ride – and stick around until the end to hear from a special guest! ⚡ Learn more about early-career opportunities at #Lumentum: https://bit.ly/3A1KlGT #TeamLumentum #LumentumLife #Internships #EarlyCareers #STEMCareers #LumentumInterns
Lumentum
Semiconductor Manufacturing
San Jose, California 87,712 followers
Illuminating the networks of tomorrow.
About us
Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a global leader in optical and photonic technologies that power the networks and infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and next-generation communications. Built on decades of photonics innovation, Lumentum delivers high-performance lasers, modules, and optical subsystems that enable scalable, energy-efficient data center connectivity, advanced telecom networks, industrial manufacturing, and sensing applications. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company operates R&D, manufacturing, and sales facilities worldwide.
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http://www.lumentum.com
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- Industry
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- San Jose, California
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- Public Company
- Founded
- 2015
- Specialties
- Optical Communications, AI Infrastructure, and Photonic Technologies
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In this interview with Molly O'Shea from Sourcery, Lumentum CEO Michael Hurlston weighs in on the future of AI and the technology connecting it all. Topics include: ▸ The shift from copper to optical connectivity ▸ What it takes to manufacture photonics at hyperscale ▸ Why the AI infrastructure buildout is just getting started – and how space could be the next major frontier for optical technologies 🎥 Watch now: https://bit.ly/4bniV2h #AI #AIInfrastructure #DataCenters #Photonics #OpticalNetworking #Semiconductors #Innovation
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Congratulations to Michael Hurlston for being recognized as this year’s recipient of the Optica i4 Individual Achievement Prize. 🏆 Optica’s core values – innovation, integrity, inclusion, and impact – are the foundation of their prestigious i4 award. Winners are chosen based on achievements in the optics and photonics industry that reflect these values. This September, Mayor of Málaga Francisco de la Torre will formally present Michael’s award at the 2026 Global Photonics Economic Forum in Spain. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4vZ4RUf
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When it comes to hyperscale infrastructure, AI models and GPUs are often the main topic of conversation. Equally important is the optical connectivity that brings them together. At the RAISE Summit in Paris, Lumentum CEO Michael Hurlston joined BlackRock’s Tony Kim to discuss why light is becoming the invisible backbone of AI. ▶️ Watch the replay: https://bit.ly/3RwFLOo #AI #AIInfrastructure #Photonics #OpticalNetworking #Lumentum
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When tech leaders were mic’d up on the red carpet at the RAISE Summit in Paris, Nasdaq posed a timely question: Which areas of AI are overrated, and which are overlooked? Lumentum CEO Michael Hurlston’s answer focused on the underappreciated role of optical connectivity as our industry transitions from electrical to optical components. Hear the full interview on Nasdaq’s YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TYGqZx #AI #AIInfrastructure #Photonics #OpticalNetworking #Lumentum
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Global collaboration is essential to how we operate – and Lumentum’s Global Trade team plays a critical role in making it possible. By helping products, components, and technology move legally, efficiently, and compliantly across global markets, they support our ability to serve customers around the world. Over the past year, #Lumentum has been assembling a global trade leadership team spanning the Americas, Asia, and Europe. Recently, these leaders gathered at our headquarters to align on priorities, strengthen partnerships, and plan for the future. Through their expertise, passion, and commitment, they’re transforming Global Trade into a business-enabling organization designed to support Lumentum’s continued growth and scale. As we continue this journey, we’re excited to welcome new talent to the team. Explore opportunities at Lumentum: https://bit.ly/3jnffAr #GlobalTrade #TradeCompliance #TeamLumentum
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We’re honored to share that Lumentum has been recognized among Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces in Tech 2026! In our industry, light powers many of our solutions – helping enable the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and next-generation communications. At Lumentum, what shines brightest are the people behind the light: our employees, who show up every day with passion, commitment, and a drive to innovate. Team Lumentum, thank you for making everything we do possible. This recognition belongs to all of us! 🏆 Read more in our blog, “The People Behind the Light”: https://bit.ly/45cxF0l Press release: https://bit.ly/4gNSQx4 #TeamLumentum #BestPlaceToWork #LumentumLife #AmericasGreatestWorkplaces
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Happy World AI Day! 🌍 Around here, AI is more than a buzzword – though, admittedly, we do say it a lot. From next-generation data centers to networks that connect the world, our industry is helping harness the power of light to shape the future of AI innovation. As Michael Hurlston says, “It’s a super exciting time to be in optics.” #WorldAIDay #AI #Optics #Photonics #Innovation #AIInfrastructure #Lumentum
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VCSEL-based interconnects are emerging as efficient, high-bandwidth solutions for AI networks. Next week, leading experts in the field will explore this topic in detail during LightCounting Market Research’s virtual conference on co-packaged optics (#CPO) and near-packaged optics (#NPO). During Session 3 on enabling technologies, Lumentum’s Oleg Shchekin will present on “VCSEL-Based Wide-Parallel Optical Interconnects for AI Scale-Up Networks.” We look forward to exchanging ideas with industry peers on this timely subject. 📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026 ⏰ 5:00 – 8:15 p.m. PT 📍 Virtual Register here: https://bit.ly/44Di5ed
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Wishing all who celebrate a safe and happy Independence Day. Happy Fourth of July! 🎆 #America250 #FourthOfJuly