Senior Silicon Photonics Test Engineer

Role Summary

Hands-on contributor focused on characterization, test execution, and lab infrastructure.

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Roles & Responsibilities

• Execute device and PIC characterization (EO, OE, OO) at chip and wafer level.
• Set up and run high-speed measurements (bandwidth, BER, eye diagrams, etc.).
• Develop and maintain test automation scripts and measurement routines using LabVIEW and/or Python.
• Support wafer probing, optical alignment, and test setup bring-up.
• Troubleshoot and debug test setups and measurement issues.
• Analyze data and provide feedback to design and process teams.
• Support die sorting and yield data collection.
• Assist in transition from R&D to early production test flows.

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Requirements

• Education

o Bachelor’s degree or higher in EE, Physics, or related field.

• Experience

o Typically 3–7 years of relevant experience.

• Technical Skills
• o Hands-on experience in photonics device testing or optical lab work.
• o Familiarity with high-speed measurement equipment (VNA, oscilloscope, BERT).
• o Basic understanding of optical communication systems.
• Programming & Tools
• o Working proficiency in LabVIEW (preferred) and/or Python for test automation.
• o Familiarity with instrument control (VISA/SCPI).
• Practical Skills
• o Experience with optical alignment, fiber handling, and/or wafer probing.
• o Ability to build, maintain, and debug lab test setups.
• Soft Skills

o Detail-oriented, hands-on, and able to execute in a fast-paced environment.