Sr Staff Integrated Photonics Laser Systems Architect

Highlights

• Own Guide laser platform architecture supplying power to AI photonic interconnects.
• Define Data-SOA amplifier architecture boosting modulated signals in optical links.
• Set technical direction for laser roadmaps that future generations build on.

What they offer

• 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

Ideal candidate

Seasoned photonics innovator who loves owning complex system trade-offs end-to-end, collaborating across disciplines, and turning customer needs into high-volume, high-impact laser products for AI infrastructure.

Requirements

• PhD in Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics or related field
• 8+ years hands-on experience in optical devices, PICs and semiconductor physics
• Expertise in semiconductor optical amplifiers for datacom links including gain, noise figure and WDM effects
• Solid foundation in semiconductor laser physics including comb sources, DFB, ECLs, RIN and linewidth
• Experience with wavelength locking, thermal tuning and power-control loops
• Experience with silicon photonics circuit simulations
• Experience taking products into high-volume manufacturing including reliability and eye-safety qualification
• Demonstrated technical leadership of a cross-functional team