Staff Advanced Packaging/Process Engineer of R&D

Lumentum Operations LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Health and wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement and career grow

Gym, games room, prayer room

Stock options and incentive plans

Job summary

Lumentum Operations LLC is seeking a Staff Advanced Packaging/Process Engineer for R&D to drive cutting-edge packaging for optical and photonic devices. You will lead hands-on development, optimize processes, and collaborate across design, reliability, and manufacturing teams to enable high-volume production.

Requirements include a Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant field and 8+ years in advanced packaging, with expertise in COB, flip-chip, WLP, SiP, sealing, and optical assembly.

Qualifications

• Advanced packaging/processing experience in optoelectronics or semiconductors.
• Strong R&D background with hands-on process development and DOE/ SPC knowledge.
• Experience with multiple packaging technologies and bonding methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and optimization of advanced packaging processes from concept to high-volume manufacturing.
• Perform hands-on process development, characterization, and troubleshooting for packaging technologies.
• Develop and implement SPC and DOE to improve yield and reliability.
• Collaborate with design, reliability, and manufacturing to transfer packaging tech to production.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay current with industry trends.

Skills

R&D focus

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics

Tools

Wire bonding equipment

Reflow ovens

CAD tools

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

About Lumentum At Lumentum, we’re building the tech behind the world's fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers, telecom, and advanced manufacturing. We're a global team of innovators working where light meets technology, solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you, you'll fit right in.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Lumentum Operations LLC is seeking a Staff Advanced Packaging/Process Engineer for R&D to drive the development of cutting‑edge packaging solutions for optical and photonic devices. This role involves innovating and optimizing processes for high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective packaging.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced packaging processes for new optical and photonic products, from concept to high-volume manufacturing. Conduct hands-on process development, characterization, and troubleshooting for various packaging technologies, including die attach, wire bonding, flip-chip, optical alignment, hermetic sealing, and advanced interconnection schemes. Develop and implement robust process control strategies, statistical process control (SPC), and design of experiments (DOE) to improve yield, reliability, and manufacturability. Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including design, product engineering, reliability, and manufacturing to ensure seamless transfer of new packaging technologies into production. Evaluate and select new materials, equipment, and manufacturing techniques to enhance packaging performance, reduce cost, and improve throughput. Perform root cause analysis for packaging-related failures and implement corrective actions. Document process specifications, manufacturing instructions, and test procedures. Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the R&D team. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes in advanced packaging.

What We’re Looking For

Education: Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline.

Experience: Core Requirements: 8+ years of experience in advanced packaging or process engineering within the optoelectronics, photonics, or semiconductor industry, with a strong R&D focus. Demonstrated expertise in multiple packaging technologies such as chip‑on‑board (COB), flip‑chip, wafer‑level packaging (WLP), system‑in‑package (SiP), hermetic sealing, and optical assembly. Proficiency with various bonding techniques (e.g., wire bonding, thermocompression bonding, epoxy attach). Strong understanding of materials science principles relevant to packaging, including adhesives, solders, encapsulants, and substrates. Hands‑on experience with packaging equipment, including pick‑and‑place, wire bonders, reflow ovens, and optical alignment systems. Solid knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), design of experiments (DOE), and failure analysis techniques. Experience with CAD tools for package design and simulation is a plus. Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced R&D environment.

Perks You’ll Love

• Flexible time off
• Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental)
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth support
• A workplace built for you: free gym, games room, prayer room
• Subsidized meals, free coffee/tea
• Employee stock options and incentive plans

Join a Team That’s Shaping the Future

At Lumentum, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a launchpad for creativity and innovation. We’re committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principles—Innovate, Engage, Deliver, Excel, and Win—aren’t just words; they’re the heart of what we do. Let’s Build a Brighter Future Together! We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger, sparks creativity, and drives our success. Please contact us at [e-mail] to request accommodation. Join us—your future starts here!

Pay Range

P60-USA-1 :$112,050.00 - $160,050.00 Disclaimer: Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job location, where work will be performed, qualifications, work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees, we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages, which may include annual bonus, commission for certain sales roles, equity, and health and welfare benefits.

Lumentum is illuminating the networks of tomorrow with advanced photonic technologies that enable AI, data centers, telecom, industrial, and sensing applications. As AI accelerates the global demand for bandwidth and energy efficiency, we deliver the building blocks that keep data moving reliably, efficiently, and at massive scale. Our optical products support AI and compute infrastructure, cloud and DCI environments, metro and long‑haul networks, while our lasers drive breakthroughs in precision manufacturing and sensing. For nearly five decades, Lumentum has been at the intersection of light and innovation. What began as a vision with JDS Uniphase to harness the power of photonics has evolved into a global force driving the communication infrastructure of tomorrow. At Lumentum, we’re building more than a business—we’re building a team of passionate innovators whose drive to collaborate, create, and connect the world fuels everything we do. We are part of the AI technology revolution and we are illuminating the path forward. Headquartered in San Jose, California, we operate worldwide through a network of R&D, manufacturing, and sales locations.