Senior Coherent PIC Design Engineer – Photonics Innovator

HyperLight; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive market-based compensation

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Parental Leave

Life and disability insurance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

A pioneering photonics company based in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Staff Engineer for Coherent PIC Design. This role collaborates closely with internal teams to drive product development and ensure timely market introduction. Candidates should possess a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with at least 4 years of experience in integrated photonics. Benefits include competitive salary, health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in bringing optical technologies to mass production.
• Experience developing optical test routines for transceiver products.
• Familiarity with DPIQ / Coherent optical communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Define key performance requirements and optimize components.
• Drive DVT and KGD test development.
• Perform system-level modeling to ensure compliance with customer expectations.
• Monitor and improve product yield.
• Drive continuous improvement in telecom product development.

Skills

High-speed integrated photonics

Optics

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

A pioneering photonics company based in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Staff Engineer for Coherent PIC Design. This role collaborates closely with internal teams to drive product development and ensure timely market introduction. Candidates should possess a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with at least 4 years of experience in integrated photonics. Benefits include competitive salary, health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth.