Optical System and Laser Designer

Keysight Internet Infrastructure; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an Optical System and Laser Designer to join a talented team focused on advancing electronic and optical measurement technologies. This role involves designing and developing cutting-edge optical devices for applications in 6G and quantum computing. Collaborate with experts across various fields and contribute to groundbreaking solutions that will shape the future of technology. With a supportive work environment that includes modern amenities, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Rooftop Garden

Cafeteria

Sports Facilities

Gym

EV Charging Stations

Qualifications

• Deep theoretical knowledge in lasers and optical system design.
• Experience in interferometry and optical measurement science.

Responsibilities

• Identify and harness photonics technology trends.
• Invent and implement new measurement concepts.

Skills

Lasers and Optical System Design

Interferometry

Photonics Integration

Optical Measurement Science

Optical Simulation Tools

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

ZEMAX

Lumerical

Job description

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Join Keysight Technologies and innovate the future of measurement. At Keysight, we work at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs in electronic and photonic design, simulation, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, and optimization. With a global team of around 15,000 employees, we create solutions for communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets in over 100 countries.

Join an extremely talented and multi-disciplinary team in Keysight Laboratories, focusing on inventing and developing breakthrough electronic and optical measurement technologies. As part of our central research organization, you'll collaborate with experts across fields like photonics, RF, sensors, and communications, contributing to next-generation solutions for 6G, quantum computing, and more.

Responsibilities

1. Identify and harness photonics technology trends for Keysight.
2. Invent new measurement concepts with significant business impact.
3. Implement innovative concepts in hardware and software to demonstrate feasibility.
4. Collaborate with Keysight’s business units for transfer and commercialization of new technologies.

This role requires close collaboration with team members and must be performed from our offices in Santa Clara, California.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have deep theoretical knowledge and practical skills in lasers and optical system design, along with experience in interferometry, photonic integration, and measurement science. The role involves designing and developing optical devices and systems for various applications.

Core Qualifications

• Ph.D. with 5+ years of experience in lasers (semiconductor or solid state) and free space optics.
• Strong background in free space optical system design, including polarization concepts.
• Understanding of laser technologies and principles of operation.
• Familiarity with interferometry and optical measurement science.
• Proficiency with optical simulation tools (e.g., ZEMAX, Lumerical).
• Hands-on experience in optical systems laboratory work.
• Ability to assemble and validate optical systems.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork ability.

Additional Valuable Skills

• Photonic integrated circuit device design.
• Photonic packaging technologies.
• Low-noise photonic oscillators.
• Heterogeneous photonic integration.
• System-level design for optoelectronic systems.

Location

This position requires working from our Santa Clara, CA offices, which feature amenities like a rooftop garden, cafeteria, sports facilities, gym, and EV charging stations.

Employment is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Non-U.S. persons may require authorization from relevant U.S. authorities to access export-controlled items.