Senior Silicon Photonics Test Engineer | Hybrid

Lightmatter; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 187,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Care Plan

Retirement Savings Matching Program

Generous Time Off

Flexible, hybrid workplace model

Equity grants

Job summary

Lightmatter is seeking an experienced professional to architect wafer and system-level characterization for its cutting-edge Silicon Photonic product line. This role offers the chance to significantly influence the design and development of groundbreaking photonics technologies. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and significant industry experience.

The position provides a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, equity grants, and generous time off.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of proven experience in silicon photonics test development.
• Hands-on experience in characterization and testing of photonics components.
• Experience with new product introduction and volume production.

Responsibilities

• Architect test concepts and provide early feedback during technology concept phase.
• Create detailed test plans and execute timely executions.
• Set up and operate optical equipment for testing.

Skills

Silicon Photonics test development

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Python for test automation

Education

Master’s in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field

PhD in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering is preferred

Tools

AWG

DCA

DSO

PNA

LCA

Job description

Lightmatter is seeking an experienced professional to architect wafer and system-level characterization for its cutting-edge Silicon Photonic product line. This role offers the chance to significantly influence the design and development of groundbreaking photonics technologies. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and significant industry experience.

The position provides a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, equity grants, and generous time off.