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Laser Characterization Engineer

Mountain View

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Lightmatter

Lightmatter

51-200 employees

Photonic AI computing platform development

Data & Analytics
Hardware
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$160k - $190kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Electronics Design Engineering
Electrical Engineering
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 is a photonic AI computing platform that enables large neural networks while reducing environmental impact through a combination of electronics, photonics, and new algorithms. The company's products include Envise, a machine learning accelerator, Passage, a programmable photonic interconnect, and Idiom, providing standard deep learning frameworks and model exchange formats.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$422.2M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

25%

1 year growth

52%

2 year growth

75%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The $155M in new funding will accelerate Lightmatter's growth and expand its photonic chip deployments, potentially leading to significant advancements in AI hardware.
  • Strong investor support from industry giants like Google Ventures and Hewlett Packard Enterprise provides financial stability and strategic partnerships.
  • Lightmatter's innovative photonic AI hardware positions it at the forefront of next-generation computing technologies, offering employees the chance to work on groundbreaking projects.

What critics are saying

  • The nascent stage of photonic computing technology could lead to unforeseen technical challenges and slower market adoption.
  • High expectations from substantial funding and a $1.2B valuation may pressure the company to deliver rapid results, potentially leading to operational strain.

What makes Lightmatter unique

  • Lightmatter focuses on photonic computing, a cutting-edge technology that uses light for data processing, offering significant speed and energy efficiency advantages over traditional electronic chips.
  • The company's strong backing from prominent investors like GV, HPE, and Lockheed Martin underscores its credibility and potential in the highly competitive tech landscape.
  • Lightmatter's valuation at $1.2B and substantial funding rounds highlight its rapid growth and market confidence in its innovative approach.