Cisco · 6 hours ago
Senior Optical Packaging Engineer
Holmdel, New Jersey, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$191K/yr - $281K/yr
8+ years expCisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era. As a Senior Optical Packaging Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for high-performance optical transceivers, ensuring scalability and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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Responsibilities
Technical ownership of optical transceiver assembly process development, especially silicon photonics optical coupling and free space optics assembly using modern manufacturing methods
Deliver highly automated, high volume, and economical manufacturing process solution, which meets performance and cost targets while ensuring scalability and reliability
Propose and plan process optimization for optical assembly processes, conduct and carry out the necessary experiments and analysis to optimize process throughput, process windows, and yield. Manage process transfer to Operations, including documentation, for product introduction at a contract manufacturer
Design of custom solutions for mechanical assembly automation, including software and electronic hardware integration, as well as fixturing and other mechanical components
Collaborate with design, test, and reliability engineers to optimize product testability, manufacturability, and quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree + 12 years of experience or Master's degree + 8 years of experience PhD + 5 years of experience to include 10+ years of experience in transceiver optical assembly processes or similar roles involving free-space and optical fiber-based assemblies and manufacturing solutions
Demonstrated experience designing and assembling equipment, with experience in hardware, electronics, and software integration
Demonstrated experience with LabVIEW, MATLAB & Python software
Preferred
Experience with silicon photonics, optical elements and interacting with contract manufacturers is a plus
Experience with additional instrumentation languages, such as AVEVA Instrumentation and NI InstrumentStudio, is preferred
Familiarity with the operating principles of photonic devices used in coherent communications is highly desirable
Experience with leading multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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