Sr. Engineer, Mechanical Design

Ayar Labs; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative startup is transforming AI data processing with groundbreaking optical I/O solutions. With a dynamic culture and backed by significant funding, this company offers diverse opportunities for growth and flexibility. Employees enjoy unlimited paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, and generous 401K matching. Join a team that values career development and work-life balance while making a real impact on the future of computing systems. If you're passionate about technology and eager to contribute to cutting-edge advancements, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off

Remote and hybrid work options

Comprehensive health coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Stock options

Generous 401K matching

Paid time off during December 25 – January 1

12 weeks paid parental leave

Access to equity tax advisors

Job description

Join Us at Ayar Labs

About Ayar Labs

Ayar Labs is revolutionizing AI data processing by moving data at the speed of light. As a late-stage startup, we offer a dynamic culture characterized by flexibility, rapid growth, and diverse opportunities. Backed by $155 million in Series D funding and supported by industry leaders like GlobalFoundries and NVIDIA, we are transitioning from research to production, delivering cutting-edge optical I/O solutions for large-scale AI workloads.

Employee Testimonials

"Working at Ayar Labs has allowed me to deepen my technical expertise while gaining knowledge in related fields that are hard to access at larger companies." - Employee

Benefits and Compensation

• Unlimited paid time off
• Remote and hybrid work options
• Comprehensive health coverage paid fully for employees and partially for dependents
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting
• Stock options and evergreen programs
• Generous 401K matching
• Paid time off during December 25 – January 1
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to equity tax advisors for personalized tax planning

Achievements and Recognition

Recognized by Fast Company’s Next Big Things in Tech (2022, 2023) and included in Silicon 100: Startups Worth Watching in 2023.

Our Mission

We aim to eliminate performance bottlenecks in computing systems through optical I/O, significantly enhancing system performance, latency, and power efficiency.

Application Process

We do not accept applications via email. Please apply through our careers page for any positions of interest.

Employee Perspectives

"The career growth, PTO, and engaging work keep me here. I love what I do at Ayar Labs, even if it’s still work—just fun work!" - Ethan Tola, Firmware Engineer

"Engineering turns scientific theories into realities that empower innovation within our lifetime." - Ren Yee, Reliability and Quality Engineer