Photonics Test Development Hardware Engineer
Photonics Test Development Hardware Engineer
appleCupertino, CA
yesterday
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument ManufacturingSemiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing
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Apple is looking for a Photonics Test Development Hardware Engineer with strong optics lab skills, coding experience, and passion in scaling technology from prototype to high-volume manufacturing environment. You will work to develop scalable optical and optoelectronic test/calibration procedures for integrated photonics devices in sensing applications. The candidate will develop test methodologies: spending significant time in the lab, writing code, and defining test plans/specifications. This will involve designing specialized test equipment, optimizing calibration processes to achieve high throughput and yield, running tests/calibrations, working cross-functionally within Apple, and working with partners external to Apple. Your work will establish the foundation for transitioning cutting-edge photonics technology into high-volume consumer products.
Description:
Develop and run test/calibration methodologies optimized for speed, scalability, and cost-effectiveness
Develop Python scripts and modules for characterization/test/calibration automation, and data analysis
Define requirements and specifications for specialized test equipment in collaboration with equipment vendors and internal teams
Optimize control and calibration algorithms for fast feedback loops and automated module operation
Drive internal and external partners to create test/calibration processes for future high-volume manufacturing
Work closely with photonics process and design engineers to establish best practices and understand drivers of performance variability
Minimum Qualifications:
BSc degree in EE, Physics, or similar
Experience with laser, free-space, fiber, or integrated optics, and a variety of optical measurement techniques
Experience with object-oriented programming and data analysis in Python, or similar
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD degree in EE, Physics, or similar
3+ years of relevant mass production experience developing test processes for photonics or optical systems, including design and specification of custom test equipment and automation solutions
Experience automating hardware test stations in a lab or manufacturing setting for characterization of active integrated photonic devices
Experience in modelling, designing, and building free-space, diffuse light, and fiber-based optical setups
Experience in cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations teams
Understanding of manufacturing constraints including cost modeling, throughput optimization, and yield considerations
Experience building and maintaining Python modules, including git-based version control, documentation and continuous integration testing
Familiarity with basic electronic circuits, control theory, and feedback loops, optics/electronics lab experience, including working with PCBs and test equipment such as oscilloscopes, OSAs, wavemeters, function generators, etc.
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Level
Lead
Location
Cupertino, CA
Occupation
Photonics Engineers
Industry
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Posted
yesterday