Product Engineer, Test & Measurement

HyperLight is at the forefront of the commercialization of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) integrated photonics - a material and process technology that is enabling high-performance scalable optical components across AI/datacom infrastructure hyperscale computing quantum computing sensing and beyond. Founded in 2018 and backed by leading venture capital weve built a team and a platform focused on real-world mass deployment of TFLN photonics technology.

At the core of our work is the TFLN Chiplet platform a modular integrated architecture designed for scalability manufacturability and seamless integration into complex systems. It offers a rare combination of extraordinary performance and industrial readiness enabling system developers across applications to deploy the technology fast and ready. We partner with our customers and suppliers from conceptualization design and prototyping phases all the way through mass production to ensure smooth and rapid deployment of TFLN photonic technology.

We believe our platform is the key in the golden age of integrated photonics to empower humanity to the next level. We assembled a world class team covering engineering business and operations. We believe in the power of integrity innovation collaboration and pragmatic solutions. Our diverse team thrives on challenges and is united by a shared commitment to excellence. We take pride in tackling complex challenges with curiosity humility and a deep sense of care for one another.

At HyperLight our people are our greatest asset and we manifest that by empowering our team in our interactions and business decisions. Our Packaged Modulator Business Unit is looking for a Product Engineer Test & Measurement. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead the new product development of our integrated photonics platform. This position will be responsible for developing next-gen high-speed high-performance TFLN products driving the R&D to improve the product performance working with customers and vendors to define the product and bring it to reality and lead customer engagement and interactions.

Role responsibilities include:

Conduct research and development of TFLN photonic devices including modulators and other electro-optic components

Develop and optimize test methodologies and characterization setups for high-speed photonic devices

Design and execute experiments to evaluate optical RF and electro-optic performance of prototype devices

Analyze device performance and identify opportunities for performance improvement and innovation

Work closely with device design fabrication and test teams to iterate on new device concepts and prototype designs

Analyze measurement and simulation data for performance and robustness.

Work with vendors & contract manufacturers to evaluate advanced fiber components high-speed RF components and advanced packaging services

Lead build validation and production test to ensure that products meet or exceed specs for performance and reliability

This position requires:

Ph.D.s degree in a Photonics related field such as Physics Optics Engineering

Experience with integrated photonics design and test and radio frequency design and testing

Experience with high-speed electro-optical modulator design and test

Strong written & oral commination skills

Ability to work under time constraints

Desire to deliver innovative products to market

Ability to solve problems in new and/or ambiguous scenarios

Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is in-person only.

We provide:

Market competitive compensation. (Salary range of $90000 - $180000 per year)

Comprehensive Health Coverage: family and individual plans vision dental.

401(k) Retirement plans with employee matching.

Life and disability insurance.

Flexible hybrid or remote work and vacation policies.

Commuter Benefits and Subsidy.

Professional growth and mentorship opportunities.

HyperLight is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status. HyperLight is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during our hiring process. If you need assistance or an accommodation please contact us at

Required Experience:

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