Photonics Test Engineer (Bay Area)

Lightmatter
Mountain View, CA
Job Description
Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, enabling the next giant leaps in human progress. The company invented the world’s first 3D-stacked photonics engine, PassageTM, capable of connecting thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme-scale data centers for the most advanced AI and HPC workloads.

Requirements

  • Work directly with the architecture and design teams to understand the technology and conceptualize characterization techniques targeting feedback for model validation.
  • Architect test concepts, test platforms, and design for test rules, provide feedback early on during the technology concept phase
  • Create detailed test plan documentation and ensure timely execution
  • Define, develop, and setup of wafer and package level tests for Lightmatter silicon photonics products.
  • Develop test software to enable test execution, data analysis, and parameter extraction.
  • Work with vendors to specify and procure test equipment.
  • Setup and operate a range of optical equipment such as tunable lasers, power meters, OBR/OVA, and optical switches.
  • Engage with silicon and platform validation teams and bridge any gaps between the test and validation teams.
  • Help enable reliability teams for pre and post stress test needs.
  • Keep up to date with the latest developments in Silicon Photonics technology and testability

Benefits

  • 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
  • Equity grants (applicable to full-time employees)
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