Lyte · 1 day ago
Photonics IC Engineer - Tech Lead
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $250K/yrLyte builds perception systems for Physical AI operating in complex environments, and they are seeking a highly motivated Photonics IC Technical Lead to join their team. In this role, you will lead the design and development of silicon photonics devices, collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design of high-performance, manufacturable passive and active Silicon photonics components
Create and optimize photonics layouts and contribute to tapeouts
Perform comprehensive simulations and modeling to get the first designs right
Participate in design reviews and contribute to design methodology improvements
Create detailed design documentation and technical specifications
Develop and implement test plans, procedures, and methodologies for wafer level, chip level, eval board level to sub-module level testing
Troubleshoot and debug test setups and design issues, identifying and resolving challenges
Perform test measurements and data analysis to characterize device performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product improvements and resolve technical challenges
Support the transition of designs from R&D into high-volume manufacturing
Qualification
Required
Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in photonic device design, optimization and layout
Deep understanding of integrated photonics and optical systems
Proficiency in photonic simulation tools like Lumerical, Tidy3d, COMSOL
Portfolio of designed and demonstrated photonic components or systems
Ability to translate system requirements into photonic design specifications
Experience in photonics wafer level and chip level testing
Experience developing software in Python, C, C++, or MATLAB
Experience building and debugging complicated optical systems involving lasers
Preferred
Good understanding in coherent communication, signal integration, integrated optics, and semiconductor physics
Experience with lasers, free-space and fiber optics, signal processing, data science, electronic IC design, opto-electronic packaging, and electrical engineering is a plus
Solid communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate effectively in a startup environment with ambiguity, speed, and high ownership
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible vacation and time-off policy
Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team
Company
Lyte
Lyte is the perception layer of Physical AI.
Founded in 2017
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$107MKey Investors
Avigdor Willenz
2026-01-05Series Unknown· $107M
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