Optical System Engineer IV

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring an Optical System Engineer IV in Santa Clara, CA. The engineer designs, integrates and optimizes complex systems, working with cross-functional teams to define system architectures, write specifications, run testing and mitigate risks so systems meet the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Use optical design software (Zemax) to perform optical simulations and design fiber coupling optics for photonic chips
• Work with suppliers to set specifications and optimize the performance of fiber coupling optics
• Design and run experiments to evaluate individual optical components and fiber coupling performance
• Provide technical support to mechanical and process engineers so systems perform well under realistic manufacturing conditions

Required profile

• Minimum qualification: proficiency with Zemax in both geometric optics and physical optics modules
• Nice to have: experience with fiber coupling designs and fiber attach processes in advanced packaging
• Nice to have: knowledge of optical communication standards and pluggable, NPO and CPO technologies
• Nice to have: passive and active photonic integrated circuit (PIC) design and layout
• Nice to have: familiarity with common semiconductor process flows and foundry PDKs

Required skills

• Zemax statistical tolerancing analysis
• Hands-on experience designing, assembling and aligning optical test setups
• Programming for instrument control and test automation
• Data processing and analysis with Python, MATLAB or other high-level languages

What we offer

• Salary of $161,000 to $221,000, depending on location, hire grade, knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program
• Full-time position, relocation eligible