Optoelectronic Characterization and Automation Engineer

Avicena
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Optoelectronic Characterization and Automation Engineer

Avicenais a privately held company developing microLED based ultra-low power high bandwidth interconnects for chip-to-chip communications. This technology will revolutionize High-Performance (HPC) and Cloud computing, as well as other industries where low power interconnects are critical like camera sensors, autonomous vehicles, and aerospace. Avicena is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California with a development center in Edinburgh, Scotland. The company was founded in 2019 by leading technologists from the optical networking industry with a track record of delivering breakthrough products. ( www.avicena.tech )

Responsibilities:

  1. Assist in developing Design of Experiments (DOEs) for characterizing micro LEDs, photodiodes and various optical and electrical systems
  2. Set up and maintain test equipment for measuring key parameters of optoelectronic devices
  3. Conduct and automate electrical and optical measurements, including IV curves, spectral response, and angular emission patterns
  4. Provide thorough analysis of test results and prepare comprehensive reports detailing performance of microLEDs and silicon photodiodes
  5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve company-wide test methodologies
  6. Troubleshoot and debug test setups and measurement anomalies
  7. Contribute to the development of automated test systems using Python
  8. Maintain accurate documentation of test procedures and results

Qualifications:

  1. BS or higher in electrical engineering, materials science, applied physics or related field (MS / PhD preferred)
  2. 2-4 years of experience in test engineering or related role
  3. Strong optics knowledge and experience
  4. Familiarity with basic test equipment such as source-measure units (SMUs), oscilloscopes, optical power meters, spectrometers, etc.
  5. Understanding of semiconductor device physics and optoelectronics principles
  6. Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python)
  7. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  8. Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  9. Flexible, quick learner, ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Experience with Python or other programming languages
  2. Understanding of measurement automation
  3. Ability to work with and program microcontrollers and/or FPGAs
  4. Ability to interpret electrical schematics

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