Silicon Photonics Test & Validation Engineer

Intel Corporation

Santa Clara (CA)

Hybrid

USD 122,000 - 232,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Hybrid work model

Job summary

Intel Corporation is seeking a Silicon Photonics Test Engineer in Santa Clara to validate Photonics ICs and sub-systems. You will develop automated tests, characterize 100G/200G transceivers, and collaborate across HW, FW, PIC, and NPI teams. Ideal candidates have hands-on RF/optical test experience and strong programming skills in Python or C++.

The role supports a hybrid work model in the US. The team values robust data-driven validation, detailed reporting, and clear communication with

Qualifications

  • Bachelors/Masters/PhD in Electrical Engineering or STEM with hands-on test experience.
  • Experience testing Silicon Photonics devices and RF/optical subsystems.
  • Strong programming for instrument control and data processing.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, own, and execute validation for Silicon Photonics products.
  • Develop software to control VNAs, LCAs, AWGs and oscilloscopes.
  • Characterize PICs, EICs, optical sub-systems and reference modules.
  • Collaborate with HW, FW, PIC, packaging, thermal, and NPI teams.
  • Generate validation reports and present findings to teams.

Skills

Python programming
C++
Automation scripting
Test automation
Data analytics
Measurement theory
Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or STEM

Tools

VNA/LCA platforms
Oscilloscopes
AWGs
DCAMs
RF probes

Job description

Intel Corporation is seeking a Silicon Photonics Test Engineer in Santa Clara to validate Photonics ICs and sub-systems. You will develop automated tests, characterize 100G/200G transceivers, and collaborate across HW, FW, PIC, and NPI teams. Ideal candidates have hands-on RF/optical test experience and strong programming skills in Python or C++.

The role supports a hybrid work model in the US. The team values robust data-driven validation, detailed reporting, and clear communication with

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