Credo · 9 hours ago
Optical Hardware Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$180K/yr - $210K/yr
7+ years expCredo is a company focused on transforming connectivity at scale through innovative system solutions. They are seeking an Optical Hardware Engineer to drive the development, validation, and integration of high-speed optical modules, ensuring strong performance and readiness for production while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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Responsibilities
Review PCB requirements and work with mechanical, firmware, optical, and manufacturing teams
Oversee PCB layout reviews, including stack‑up, component placement, high‑speed routing, and SI/PI considerations
Perform PCB bring‑up, debugging, and electrical characterization using scopes, VNAs, and related tools
Review SI/PI simulations and channel/PDN modeling for high‑speed (1.6Tbps+) architectures
Support NPI builds and high‑volume production, ensuring strong manufacturability, yield, and DFM compliance
Align PCB architecture with optical engine requirements for high‑speed optical modules
Define and review electrical interfaces for drivers, TIAs, DSPs/ASICs, lasers, and photodiodes
Collaborate on thermal, mechanical, and optical co‑design for module layouts and integration
Support integration of ROSAs, TOSAs, and coherent engines, including power delivery and high‑speed routing
Debug electrical‑optical issues and validate system‑level performance against IEEE/OIF/MSA standards
Work with optical component suppliers and cross‑functional teams to enable smooth prototype‑to‑production transition
Qualification
Required
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Optoelectronics, Optics, or Applied Physics, with 7+ years of relevant industry experience
Strong understanding of industry standards governing optical modules (IEEE, QSFP-DD, OSFP, CMIS)
Proficiency with PCB design, simulation, and analysis tools
Hands-on experience with high-speed optical and electrical test equipment
Familiarity with optical alignment processes and manufacturing-floor equipment
Ability to analyze alignment data and interpret results to drive hardware decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
Preferred
Experience in 800Gbps or 1.6Tbps optical transceiver module PCB development
Familiarity with different optical component manufacturing technologies and the industry landscape
Experience in leading and working in a cross-functional team
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Equity
Full range of medical and other benefits
Company
Credo
Credo’s mission is to advance high-speed connectivity solutions that deliver optimized performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and security for the next generation of AI-driven applications, cloud computing, and hyperscale networks.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$108MKey Investors
BlackRockWalden International
2022-01-27IPO
2020-06-06Series D· $100M
2015-08-31Series A· $8M
Leadership Team
Bill Brennan
President & CEO
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Lawrence Cheng
CTO and Co-Founder
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