Optical Fiber Scientist

Lightera•Franklin Township, NJ

About The Position

Lightera has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application-specific optical fibers, connectors, cables, amplifiers and lasers, sensors and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and delivering the best optical fibers, cables, and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To continue shaping the future of communications we apply the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face. We are currently seeking an Optical Fiber Scientist to join our division located in Somerset, NJ. The Optical Fiber Scientist position will test and design the transmission behavior and performance of fiber-based technology, including optical fiber amplifiers and next generation transmission fibers. The position will likely include interfacing with customers, applications engineering, and development of fiber and fiber-based devices.

Requirements

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Expertise in waveguide photonics, optical fiber amplifiers, transmission theory, systems architecture, and related disciplines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, preferably as demonstrated by past publications or presentations
Demonstrated laboratory experience working with optical components and optical fibers
Lab automation, computer skills and proficiency with AI tools
Ability to understand and perform optical simulations
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work effectively with minimal supervision
Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel
Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
Conform to all aspects of Lightera’s “Standards of Conduct” document

Responsibilities

Conduct innovative research in optical fiber technology, particularly in the area of data transmission, fiber amplification and distributed sensing.
Disseminate information at technical conferences and through direct communication with key customers.
Conceive, design and assemble transmission system testing related to the performance of fiber products
Contribute to external publications
Generate intellectual property
Work with the optical fiber fabrication team to provide input on improved fiber designs
Interface with teams developing fiber related components, including fiber sensors, telecommunications devices, and fiber amplifiers
Assist in establishing and executing an R&D program to support Lightera manufacturing sites, including synthesis of a long-term technology roadmap
Contribute to and eventually lead the development of new products
Provide technical support and applications engineering to marketing and sales teams and assist in promoting Lightera expertise and understanding new business opportunities
Work with customers to demonstrate improved optical fiber products.
Perform other related duties as required by management