Staff /Sr Staff Laser Module & Systems Characterization Engineer
Lightmatter · Mountain View, CA
Posted 26 days ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 26 days Lightmatter's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 10% of Lightmatter's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Lightmatter
- high 45 stale, 0 reposted of 63 open
- Hiring momentum
- 85 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Lightmatter's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Lightmatter.
About this role
The Staff/Sr Staff Laser Module & Systems Characterization Engineer at Lightmatter will be responsible for the hands-on technical ownership of the bring-up, characterization, and validation of laser modules and photonic systems. This role involves developing test plans, executing characterization campaigns, and collaborating closely with engineers and production teams to ensure performance specifications are met. The engineer will also write automation scripts, author characterization reports, and participate in laser safety validation.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Lightmatter as an employer.
What you need
- BS + 8 years, MS + 6 years, or PhD + 3 years in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical Engineering, Photonics, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience characterizing laser modules (DFB lasers, optical amplifiers, and other coherent sources) in a research or NPI environment
- Proficiency with core photonics lab equipment: optical spectrum analyzers (OSA), optical power meters, lightwave component analyzers (LCA), high-bandwidth oscilloscopes, and signal generators
- Experience building or executing structured test plans for optical or electro-optic assemblies
- Proficiency with Python or MATLAB scripting for measurement automation and statistical data analysis
- Strong written communication skills; able to produce thorough, well-organized characterization reports
Nice to have
- Experience with laser module NPI, EVT, or manufacturing bring-up workflows
- Background in TEC/thermal control loops, laser safety interlock systems, or photonics control-style calibration flows
- Exposure to silicon photonics–III-V heterogeneous integration
- Familiarity with optical link budgets and system-level characterization
What you get
- 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
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond a hybrid model
- Salary range is provided but may vary based on multiple factors
- Experience with high-speed and optical link characterization methodologies is a plus but not required
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Listed by Lightmatter on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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