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Lucidean · 3 months ago

Senior Module Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Lucidean is pioneering the next generation of optical communications to unlock faster, more efficient AI data centers. As a Senior Module Engineer, you will lead the development of integrated hardware platforms and work closely with various teams to drive technology into final module products.

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Responsibilities

Define hardware architectures for Lucidean’s next-generation optical transceiver modules

Translate system requirements into optical/electrical/mechanical design specifications

Ensure integrated module is designed for reliability, manufacturing, and cost

Work closely with PIC team to ensure optical engine compatibility with modules

Optimize optical coupling (attach, lensing, tolerances) for performance and manufacturability

Oversee high-speed PCB design, signal integrity, and power integrity for PAM4/coherent lanes

Guide DSP/driver/AFE integration and testing

Thermal modeling, heatsink design, and module reliability strategies for high-power pluggables

Work with test team to establish test plans for module characterization (optical eye, TDECQ, jitter, sensitivity, power consumption)

Lead system-level validation in customer-like environments (switch/router/AI cluster testbeds)

Own early prototypes: hands-on assembly, debugging, and troubleshooting at the bench

Engage with optics, IC, and packaging vendors to qualify components and negotiate specs

Define DFM/DFT strategies, including optical/electrical test, assembly tolerances, and burn-in

Ensure modules comply with MSAs, IEEE/ITU standards, and Telcordia reliability requirements

Support technical discussions with early customers and partners, providing module performance data and roadmap alignment

Qualification

Optical module developmentHigh-Speed ElectronicsSignal Integrity & RFThermal modelingStandards KnowledgeTest & CharacterizationSimulation/Modeling ToolsTeamworkCollaborationCommunication skills