Qualification

EducationStrong background in opticalKnowledge of PAM4 signalingFamiliarity with industry standards (eTrack record of technical leadershipStrong problem-solvingSalary range is $175

Required

Education: MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
8+ years (Senior Staff) to 12+ years (Principal) of relevant experience in optical/photonic test engineering.
Strong background in optical, silicon photonics, or high-speed optical transceivers (800G/1.6T+).
Proven track record developing optical test solutions for wafer, package, or module-level testing in high-volume environments.
Deep expertise in optical test instrumentation (e.g., optical spectrum analyzers, BER testers, oscilloscopes, tunable lasers, power meters, fiber alignment systems).
Experience with automated test equipment (ATE), Python/LabVIEW/C# test development, and statistical process control (SPC).
Knowledge of PAM4 signaling, signal integrity, mixed-signal testing, and reliability standards for data center optics.

Preferred

Hands-on experience with CPO-specific challenges: active alignment, thermal management, laser integration, fiber attach, and co-packaged ASIC testing.
Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., IEEE 802.3, OIF, CMIS) and working with hyperscalers or module vendors.
Experience in semiconductor foundry/OSAT ecosystems and transitioning from NPI to high-volume production.
Track record of technical leadership, patents, or publications in photonics test.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Salary range is $175,000 to $215,000 depending on experience, level, and business need. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonus, incentives and benefits.
We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.

Optical Test Engineer, Tech Lead at Astera Labs · LumiJobs

Optical Test Engineer, Tech Lead

Responsibilities

Qualification

Required

Preferred

Company

Astera Labs

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