Optical Test Engineer

About Lumilens

Lumilens is pioneering essential photonics infrastructure designed to advance next-generation AI supercomputing, focusing on scalable photonic engines and chip-to-chip optical interconnects. As a well-funded startup backed by Mayfield, our leadership team boasts experience in some of the most groundbreaking technologies. We develop high-speed photonics products crafted to enable the future of AI infrastructure and high-performance computing. This opportunity invites innovators to radically rethink the optical layer from silicon upwards, joining a team dedicated to overcoming the toughest challenges in photonics system scaling to shape tomorrow's computing landscape.

Role Overview

The Optical Product Test Engineer will be instrumental in validating and assuring the quality of Lumilens' photonic components, modules, and systems. This role blends practical production testing with development and reporting of test protocols, supporting new product launches and volume manufacturing processes. Collaborating closely with optical design, hardware, and manufacturing teams, you will calibrate, characterize, and troubleshoot cutting-edge photonics technology instrumental to AI and HPC evolution.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct characterization and testing of fiber optic components and modules.
• Interpret test data to verify compliance with established performance and quality benchmarks.
• Maintain thorough documentation of test methods and results.
• Prepare detailed test reports for stakeholders internally and externally.
• Assist in troubleshooting and performing root cause analyses for product issues.
• Design, plan, and execute optical and fiber testing across components, devices, and entire systems.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams to facilitate new product introductions and manufacturing scale-up.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related technical field.
• Preferably 8 or more years of professional experience in optical or fiber component testing.
• Experience within photonics, telecommunications, or high-speed networking sectors is advantageous.

Required Skills

• Practical expertise with optical test equipment such as optical spectrum analyzers, power meters, polarization controllers, and bit-error-rate testers.
• Familiarity with communication protocols and test automation frameworks.
• Proficiency in scripting or customizing automation scripts using Python, LabVIEW, Visual Basic; knowledge of Shell scripting is beneficial.
• Strong analytical abilities to decipher complex test datasets and detect intricate patterns or discrepancies.
• Resourcefulness in problem-solving, applying creativity to test-related challenges.
• Capability to manage several testing projects and competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, capable of instructing and mentoring colleagues as necessary.

Benefits and Company Culture

• Salary is competitive and aligned with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification.
• Access to advanced optical and photonics testing facilities and equipment.
• A supportive and collaborative team focused on resolving complex photonics challenges.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment, embracing diversity and inclusion across all legally protected statuses.