Laser Test Engineer

Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, inventing the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine for extreme-scale AI and HPC workloads.
$135,000 - $179,000
Hardware
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
51 - 100 Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Laser Test Engineer

Lightmatter is at the forefront of revolutionizing AI data center infrastructure, having invented the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine, Passage™. This groundbreaking technology enables the connection of thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme-scale data centers, catering to the most advanced AI and HPC workloads.

As a Laser Test Engineer at Lightmatter, you'll be part of a team that's reinventing the future of computing with light. You'll focus on High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) testing, developing novel wafer and package level testing strategies for Lightmatter's innovative laser products. Your responsibilities will include setting up validation capabilities, conducting validation tests, and supporting customer deployment and related technical issues.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Collaborating with various teams to understand component capabilities and testing needs
  • Developing and implementing test protocols
  • Maintaining testing equipment and improving efficiency through automation
  • Analyzing test data and providing feedback to the development team
  • Bringing up laser test equipment and modules
  • Measuring the impact of lasers on data link performance

To excel in this role, you should have a Master's degree in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, along with 3-6 years of experience as a laser test engineer. Your expertise should cover laser characterization, die-level, board-level, and wafer-scale testing, and proficiency with various test equipment and programming languages for test automation.

Joining Lightmatter means being part of a team of brilliant scientists, engineers, and industry leaders who are passionate about tackling complex challenges and making a significant impact. With recent funding of $400 million and a valuation of $4.4 billion, Lightmatter is poised for continued growth and innovation in data center photonics.

If you're ready to be at the cutting edge of AI and computing technology, apply to join Lightmatter and help shape the future of extreme-scale artificial intelligence computing clusters.

Last updated 5 months ago

Responsibilities For Laser Test Engineer

  • Work with various teams to understand component capabilities and testing needs
  • Develop and implement test protocols
  • Maintain testing equipment and develop automations
  • Analyze test data and provide feedback
  • 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
  • Travel to Palo Alto as needed

Requirements For Laser Test Engineer

Python
  • Master's in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 3 - 6 years of experience as a laser test engineer
  • Experience in characterization of lasers and SOAs
  • Experience in die-level, board-level, and wafer-scale testing
  • Experience with test equipment (benchtop lasers, VNA, switches, OSA, ESA, BERT, etc.)
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or LabView for test automation
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Clear communication skills

Benefits For Laser Test Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
Equity
  • Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Savings Matching Program
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Flexible, hybrid workplace model
  • Stock Option Plan

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