Photonic Test Automation Engineer (Wafer-Level)

HyperLight; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive market-based compensation

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) retirement plans with matching

Paid parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Commuter benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cambridge is seeking a Photonic Test Development Engineer to develop wafer-level measurements for photonic integrated circuits. This position involves building scalable test systems, improving automation, and serving as a key technical expert for external partners. Ideal candidates will have extensive hands-on testing experience and a strong background in electrical engineering or physics. Competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience or an advanced degree in electrical engineering, physics, or a related field.
• Extensive hands-on experience in using and automating test and measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with Python programming is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Become an expert on PIC measurement techniques and test automation.
• Develop automated wafer-level measurements and data analysis procedures.
• Act as a technical expert for external test partners and build an efficient manufacturing test process.

Skills

Expertise with test equipment

Strong communication skills

Statistical data analysis

Automation experience

Collaboration enthusiasm

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Swept laser systems

Source measurement units

Parameter analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Vector network analyzers (VNAs)

Statistical software

Job description

A leading technology firm in Cambridge is seeking a Photonic Test Development Engineer to develop wafer-level measurements for photonic integrated circuits. This position involves building scalable test systems, improving automation, and serving as a key technical expert for external partners. Ideal candidates will have extensive hands-on testing experience and a strong background in electrical engineering or physics. Competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment are offered.