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$150k–$230k/yr
Full-time
postgraduate degree
Competitive salary and equity, Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, Flexible vacation and time-off policy, Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment, Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies
Posted 59d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the development, characterization, and validation of III-V semiconductor lasers and amplifiers for photonic sensing applications. Collaborate with foundry partners and the silicon photonics team to integrate components and transition designs from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.
Requirements
Requires a Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with 3-5 years of industry experience in III-V laser development. Must be proficient in optical lab equipment, system modeling, and programming languages like Python or MATLAB.
Full job description
About the role
We are seeking a highly technical, detail-oriented laser engineer to drive the development and validation of III-V semiconductor lasers and amplifiers. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in laser validation for sensing applications. You will own the development and validation of III-V semiconductor laser components and laser systems against system requirements. You will also serve as a liaison for validating laser performance within a tightly integrated photonic sensor. In addition, you will support OSAT and foundry activities for III-V assembly and fabrication. Success in this role requires clear communication, strong execution, and attention to detail.
What you'll do
Own III-V R&D characterization of lasers, amplifiers, and heterogeneously integratedIII-VandSilicon Photonicsubsystems. This includes characterization such as phase noise, linewidth, and RIN.
Own III-V R&D test development and expand test coverage as needed foradditionalrequirements. Troubleshoot and debug test setups and design issues,identifyingand resolving challengesin a timely manner.
Perform comprehensive characterization and data analysis to ensure III-V components meet system requirements.
Perform simulations in Simulink or Python-equivalent environments to support device characterization.
Support III-V layout and tape-out,participatein design reviews, and contribute to designmethodologyimprovements.
Collaborate with the silicon photonics (SiPh) team and operations team to hybrid-integrate III-V components withSiPhcomponents.
Work closely with OSAT and foundry partners to drive the development of III-V components and resolve technical challenges
Support the transition ofkey laser components fromR&D into high-volume manufacturing
Create detailed design documentation and technical specifications
Required Qualifications
Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field, plus3-5years of industry experience in III-V laser development or a related area
Demonstrated experience in III-V laser development
Familiarity with silicon photonics and passive optical components
Strong familiarity with data reportingrequiredfor product development
Ability to translate system requirements into laser requirements
Strong familiarity with various lab equipment, such as lasers, photodetectors, modulators, optical amplifiers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, VNAs, motorized stages, and lock-in amplifiers
Experience with optical system modeling of complex photonic components
Experience developing software in Python, C, C++, or MATLAB
Good understanding of coherent communications, signal integration, integrated optics, and semiconductor physics
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Deep understanding of high-power semiconductor lasers and amplifiers in optical systems
Experience with new product transfer from R&D to operations teams
Experience working with internal customers and external vendors (foundry, OSAT).
Background inphotonic sensing, coherent communications or lidar
Familiarity with multi-chip packages, silicon photonics, and hybrid/heterogeneous integration of III-V components
Ability tooperateeffectively in a startup environment with ambiguity, speed, and high ownership
Additionalexperience with high-power semiconductor lasersandlow-linewidth laser systems
Benefits (subject to location and local regulations)
Competitive salary and equity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible vacation and time-off policy
Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team
Lyte is the perception layer of Physical AI. We build end-to-end vision systems that let robots see, understand, and operate safely in the physical world.
Our vertically integrated platform unifies custom silicon, 4D sensors, and AI into a modular, plug-and-play solution. Scalable perception that arrives ready to deploy.
We serve robotics companies building the next generation of autonomous systems, from industrial automation to last-mile delivery.
Perception, Evolved.
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