Laser Test Engineer

2 days ago


Mountain View, California, United States Lightmatter Full time
Job Title: Laser Test Engineer

Lightmatter is seeking a highly skilled Laser Test Engineer to join our product engineering team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing test protocols to evaluate and compare different engineering approaches.

Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with architecture, design, and external vendors to understand expected component capabilities and testing needs.
  • Identify challenges and optimize performance through early prototyping and feasibility studies.
  • Develop and implement test protocols to evaluate and compare different engineering approaches.
  • Maintain testing equipment and develop automations to improve efficiency.
  • Analyze test data, document results, and provide feedback to the development team.
  • Document and communicate methodologies, data, and analyses.
  • Bring-up of laser test equipment and laser modules.
  • Measure impact of laser on performance of data links such as BERT and OSNR.
Requirements:
  • Master's in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3-6 years of experience as a laser test engineer.
  • Experience in characterization of lasers and SOAs, including measurements of the optical spectrum, noise characterization, thermal dependence, and reliability.
  • Experience in die-level, board-level, and wafer-scale testing.
  • Experience working with test equipment including benchtop lasers, VNA, switches, OSA, ESA, BERT, optical and electrical spectrum analyzers, high-speed oscilloscopes (DCA), source-meter units, reference transmitters, and receivers.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or LabView for test automation.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and solve issues during the testing process.
  • Ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders with clear communication.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • PhD in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience as a laser test engineer.
  • Laser Test HW/fixture development experience is highly desirable.
  • Experience testing packaged laser modules and/or transceivers for datacom applications.
  • Experience working in HVM environment from NPI to mass production.
  • Experience bringing up lab equipment and experimental setups for testing lasers/SOAs.
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
  • 401k matching.
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).
  • Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays).
  • Paid Family Leave.
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability.
  • Training & Development.
  • Flexible, hybrid workplace model.
  • Stock Option Plan.

Lightmatter offers competitive compensation. The base salary range for this role, inclusive of all US locations, is $135,000 - $179,000. Your base salary will be determined based on location, experience, educational background, and market data.

Lightmatter recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.



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