Full-Time

Laser Architect

Mountain View

Posted on 8/20/2024

Lightmatter

Lightmatter

201-500 employees

Develops photonic supercomputers for AI tasks

Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$160k - $190kAnnually

Senior

Mountain View, CA, USA

Flexible, hybrid workplace model.

Category
Electronics Design Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • M.S. or PhD in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in photonics test development, preferably integrated photonics or lasers.
  • Experience in characterization of lasers and SOAs, including measurements of the optical spectrum, noise characterization, thermal dependence, and reliability.
  • Experience in die-level, board-level, and wafer-scale testing.
  • Experience working with test equipment including benchtop lasers, VNA, switches, OSA, ESA, BERT, optical and electrical spectrum analyzers, high speed oscilloscopes (DCA), source-meter units, reference transmitters and receivers, and/or OBR etc.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or LabView for test automation.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills to identify and solve issues during the testing process.
  • Ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders with strong and clear communication.
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with architecture, design, product engineering, and external vendors to understand expected component capabilities and testing needs.
  • Identify challenges and close the design feedback loop with early prototyping and feasibility studies to optimize performance.
  • Develop and implement test protocols to evaluate and compare different engineering approaches.
  • Maintain testing equipment and develop automations to improve efficiency.
  • Analyze test data, document results, and provide feedback to the development team.
  • Document and communicate (orally and in written form) methodologies, data, and analyses.
  • Bring up of laser test equipment and laser modules.
  • Measure impact of laser on performance of data links: BERT, OSNR.

Lightmatter develops photonic supercomputers that use light for processing, significantly enhancing the speed and energy efficiency of computing tasks. Their technology can accelerate artificial intelligence tasks by ten times while consuming 90% less energy than traditional electronic processors. This makes their products particularly valuable for industries like AI and autonomous vehicles, where rapid data processing is crucial. Lightmatter collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Harvard and Boston University to improve electro-photonic systems for self-driving cars. Unlike competitors that rely solely on electronic processing, Lightmatter's focus on photonic computing sets it apart, allowing for faster and more energy-efficient solutions. The company's goal is to lead the market in advanced computing technologies, generating revenue through hardware sales, software licenses, and strategic partnerships.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$799.6M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for energy-efficient computing boosts Lightmatter's market potential.
  • Partnerships with cloud providers enhance integration for AI tasks.
  • Advancements in electro-photonic integration improve Lightmatter's product offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from companies like Lightelligence may impact market share.
  • Rapid advancements in quantum computing could overshadow photonic solutions.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities in photonic components may cause production delays.

What makes Lightmatter unique

  • Lightmatter's photonic chips offer 10X speed increase over traditional processors.
  • The company focuses on energy efficiency, using 90% less energy than electronic processors.
  • Lightmatter collaborates with top institutions to advance electro-photonic systems for AI.

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