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Principal Engineer, Laser Controls
San Jose, California, United States
$200k-$260k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Ayar Labs
Ayar Labs: Develops optical interconnect technology for high-speed data movement.
12+ YOELead laser-control architecture design; 12+ years in laser systems; APC/ACC, embedded firmware; modeling (MATLAB/Python/Simulink).
MATLAB, Python, Simulink, Embedded Firmware
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Laser Tech lead Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$150k-$230k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Lyte
Lyte: Develops unified perception platforms for robotics and physical AI.
3+ YOEMaster's or Ph.D. in EE/Applied Physics, 3-5 years III-V laser development, experience with silicon photonics, lab equipment, device characterization, and software development in Python/C/C++/MATLAB.
Simulink, Python, C, C++, MATLAB
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Senior Laser Project Engineer
Livermore, California, United States
$176k-$267k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Develops science and technology for United States national security.
Ability to obtain DOE Q-level clearance (U.S. citizenship required), bachelor’s in physics/engineering or equivalent, advanced laser systems expertise, hands-on assembly/alignment experience, modeling with Zemax OpticStudio or FRED, project leadership and communication skills.
Zemax OpticStudio, FRED
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Principal Laser Engineer
Milpitas, California, United States
$139k-$231k/yr OnsiteFull Time
MKS Instruments
MKS InstrumentsNASDAQ: MKSI: Supplies process control instruments and chemicals for semiconductor manufacturing.
2+ YOEMS in engineering/physics/material science/chemistry (or PhD) with industry experience (MS+5y or PhD+2y). Hands-on fiber and free-space optics, alignment, optical measurement instruments, and strong communication skills; US work eligibility required.
SNLO, MATLAB, Python, ZEMAX, FRED
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Senior Laser & SOA Characterization Engineer
Mountain View, California, United States
$1-$2/yr HybridFull Time
Lightmatter
Lightmatter: Develops photonic processors and interconnects for AI data centers
Expertise in photonics engineering, laser and SOA characterization, and ability to work on data‑center photonics projects; must comply with U.S. export control requirements.
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Laser Design Engineer (Epi/Device)
Palo Alto, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Cspeed IO
Cspeed IO: A stealth startup developing next-generation optical semiconductor solutions for AI infrastructure.
PhD in EE/Applied Physics/Materials Science or MS with 6+ years' relevant experience; deep III-V laser device physics; experience with real foundry production; proficiency in simulation tools and scripting.
VPI Photonics, Lumerical INTERCONNECT, Photon Design HAROLD, Ansys Lumerical MODE, Photon Design FIMMWAVE, Crosslight, SiLENSe, MATLAB, Python
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MTS Laser Physics Design & Development Engineer
Goleta or Fremont or Santa Barbara
$157k-$185k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Kyocera SLD Laser
Kyocera SLD Laser: Develops and manufactures gallium nitride-based laser light sources.
7+ YOEMS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Materials Science; 7+ years in laser diode design; strong modeling and simulation; DOE experience; proficient in Python/MATLAB; device characterization
Photon Design, COMSOL, Lumerical, MATLAB, Python, JMP
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MTS Laser Physics Design & Development Engineer
Fremont or Goleta
$157k-$185k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Kyocera SLD Laser
Kyocera SLD Laser: Develops and manufactures high-performance gallium nitride laser light sources.
7+ YOEMS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Materials Science; 7+ years in laser diode design; strong modeling, simulation, and data analysis; DOE experience; cross-functional collaboration.
Photon Design, COMSOL, Lumerical, MATLAB, Python, JMP, DOE
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Laser and Photonics Engineer
San Carlos, California, United States
$110k-$150k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Cowboy Space
Cowboy Space: Building satellite-based orbital infrastructure for AI data centers.
3+ YOEBachelor’s in Optical/Electrical/Physics; 3+ years fiber-optic experience; rare-earth-doped amplifiers; fiber-optic components; high-speed test equipment.
fiber lasers, fiber amplifiers, OSA, power meters, polarimeters, high-speed oscilloscopes, interferometers
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Manufacturing Engineer - Laser Systems
Milpitas, California, United States
$107k-$181k/yr OnsiteFull Time
KLA
KLANASDAQ: KLAC: Provides process control and yield management for semiconductor manufacturing.
3+ YOEAdvanced STEM education preferred; 3–5+ years engineering experience with laser/optical systems, laser alignment, root-cause investigations, structured problem-solving, cleanroom experience, and ability to travel up to 25%.
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Laser Diode Manufacturing Engineer
Livermore, California, United States
$180k-$240k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Inertia
Inertia: Building laser systems and fuel targets for commercial fusion power.
7+ YOEB.S. with 10+ years or M.S. with 7+ years; experience in QCW diode packaging; high-volume manufacturing; production quality control; process optimization; semiconductor back-end packaging is a plus.
QCW diode packaging, semiconductor back-end packaging, industrial automation, manufacturing automation, quality control, process optimization
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Senior Manager, Laser Development
Fremont, California, United States
$128k-$224k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Coherent
CoherentNYSE: COHR: Manufactures lasers, engineered materials, and optical networking components.
15+ YOE5+ MgmtM.S. or Ph.D. in EE/Physics/Materials; 15+ years semiconductor laser development experience; 5+ years technical leadership; expertise in laser physics, device design, and product development from concept to production.
Ansys, Crosslight, FIMMWAVE, Lumerical
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Laser Safety Design Engineer - Camera Hardware
Cupertino, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Apple
AppleNASDAQ: AAPL: Designs and sells consumer electronics, software, and online services.
Design and develop camera and sensing hardware including visible and IR illumination and sensors; collaborate across teams to research, test, and qualify imaging and optical sensing technologies.
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Laser Scientist
Pleasanton, California, United States
$163k-$214k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Vector Atomic
Vector Atomic: Develops precision quantum sensors for navigation and timing applications.
3+ YOEPhD in related field or 3+ years in ultra-stable cavities, frequency combs, or atomic clocks; strong metrology, nonlinear optics, and integrated photonics; US export compliance.
Lumerical, COMSOL, Python, MATLAB, Phase Noise Analyzers, RF equipment, Fiber fusion splicing, MOPA, PIC platforms
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Laser Welding)
San Jose, California, United States
$131k-$154k/yr OnsiteFull Time
PROCEPT BioRobotics
PROCEPT BioRoboticsNASDAQ: PRCT: Develops surgical robotics for minimally invasive urological procedures.
3+ YOEBS in engineering with 5+ years (or MS with 3+ years), experience in welding/laser processes, root cause analysis, FDA QSR/ISO design control and cGMP knowledge, SolidWorks and Microsoft Office proficiency, up to 20% travel.
SolidWorks, Microsoft Office
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Principal Laser Component Engineer - Optical Solutions - Fremont, California, United States
Fremont, California, United States
$150k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Koch Inc.
Koch Inc.: Operates global manufacturing, refining, and industrial technology businesses.
8+ YOEMaster's in photonics/ME/physics/optics, 8+ years R&D experience with optical/mechanical components for optoelectronic packages, hands-on alignment and high-precision design, GR-468 qualification knowledge, supplier and cross-functional collaboration skills.
GR-468 Telcordia, New Product Introduction (NPI)
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly, Laser & Material Handling
San Jose, California, United States
$162k-$198k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Ensurge Micropower
Ensurge MicropowerOslo Børs: ENSU: Develops and manufactures solid-state microbatteries for connected electronic devices.
7+ YOE7–12+ years in manufacturing engineering; proven on-floor ownership; drive yield and throughput; hands-on with equipment and process development (assembly, laser, material handling).
MES, Traceability, Data-driven manufacturing
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Senior Systems Engineer – Laser Integration & Applications (Advanced Substrates)
Austin or Santa Clara
$120k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Applied Materials
Applied MaterialsNASDAQ: AMAT: Produces equipment and services for chip and display manufacturing.
7+ YOEBachelor's in a relevant technical field, 7+ years experience in laser applications and system integration for automated precision manufacturing, hands-on integration of commercial laser systems, laser–material interaction expertise, troubleshooting and system optimization skills.
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Senior Systems Engineer – Laser Integration & Applications (Advanced Substrates)
Austin or Santa Clara
$120k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Applied Materials
Applied MaterialsNASDAQ: AMAT: Manufacturers of equipment for semiconductor and display production.
7+ YOEBachelor's in a relevant technical field, 7+ years experience in laser applications and system integration with automated precision manufacturing equipment, strong troubleshooting and laser–material interaction knowledge.
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Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink)
Redmond or Palo Alto
$125k-$175k/yr OnsiteFull Time
SpaceX
SpaceX: Designs and launches advanced rockets and satellite internet constellations.
2+ YOEBachelor's in CS/engineering/math/science or 2+ years software experience; development in Assembly, C, or C++; strong real-time, distributed systems, optimization, and communication skills; willing to work extended hours/weekends.
Assembly, C, C++
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