Senior Photonics Process Engineer
About The Position
HyperLight is a company focused on the commercialization of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) integrated photonics, a technology enabling high-performance optical components for AI/datacom, hyperscale computing, quantum computing, and sensing. Founded in 2018, HyperLight has developed the TFLN Chiplet™ platform, designed for scalability, manufacturability, and seamless integration. The company collaborates with customers and suppliers from conceptualization to mass production. HyperLight is seeking a highly motivated Senior Photonics Process Development Engineer to join its growing team. This role involves driving the development, optimization, and scaling of fabrication processes on the TFLN platform, with direct customer interaction to understand needs and translate them into scalable fabrication processes. The engineer will take ownership of advanced process node development, manage complex process variations, and ensure timely execution to meet customer requirements. This position offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally within HyperLight and interface with both customers and suppliers in a fast-paced, collaborative, and high-growth environment.
Requirements
- PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields (or Masters with 3+ years of experience)
- Experience in integrated photonics, semiconductors, or microelectronics fabrication
- Track record in developing and optimizing new nanofabrication processes, ideally with focus on improving optical propagation loss
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
- Fluency in both English and Mandarin is a must
- Authorization to work in the US
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with TFLN fabrication is preferred
- Experience working in fabless companies is a plus
Responsibilities
- Explore, define, and optimize next-generation and custom fabrication processes for a high performance TFLN PIC platform
- Work closely with both customers and suppliers in developing processes to meet both near- and long-term performance metrics
- Coordinate with internal teams across design, test, and production for management of development tapeouts, production, and wafer-level testing
Benefits
- Competitive market-based compensation (Salary range $125,000 - $185,000 per year)
- Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, vision, and dental plans for individuals and families
- 401(k) retirement plans with employee matching
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life and disability insurance
- Commuter benefits and subsidies
- Professional growth and mentorship opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
