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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 clearance, bachelor’s in physics/engineering or equivalent, advanced expertise in high-power laser systems, optics modeling (Zemax OpticStudio,FRED), hands-on assembly/alignment, project leadership, and strong 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
Boston or Mountain View
$210k-$267k/yr HybridFull Time
Lightmatter
Lightmatter: Develops photonic processors and interconnects for AI data centers
5+ YOEPhD or Master's in EE/Physics/Photonics, 5+ years hands-on semiconductor laser/SOA characterization, strong lab instrumentation and Python automation skills, experience with laser physics and device analysis, strong communication.
Python, PyVISA, LabVIEW, MATLAB
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Staff High-Power Laser Assembly Development Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$169k-$229k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Nokia
NokiaNYSE: NOK: Sells telecommunications infrastructure and software for global network operators.
10+ YOEAdvanced engineering, materials, physics, or photonics degree preferred; 10+ years in semiconductor laser packaging or assembly; expertise in InP/GaAs lasers, tooling, automation, simulations, reliability, and manufacturing scale-up.
InP, GaAs
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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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Senior Laser Designer
Santa Clara, California, United States
$164k-$312k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Intel
IntelNasdaq: INTC: Designs and manufactures microprocessors and semiconductor components.
6+ YOEMaster's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience or Ph.D. with 4+ years; DFB laser and InP epi design experience; high-volume manufacturing and product qualification experience.
JMP, MATLAB, Python, Cadence, KLayout
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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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Sr Principal Laser Packaging Engineer
Fremont, California, United States
$200k-$280k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Koch Inc.
Koch Inc.: Operates global manufacturing, refining, and industrial technology businesses.
10+ YOEPhD in a related field, 10+ years R&D experience in optoelectronic package design transferred to manufacturing, submicron optical alignment, FEA/thermal design, GR-468 qualification, NPI, and strong supplier/customer communication.
Finite Element Analysis (FEA), CFD
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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 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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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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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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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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Laser Field Service Engineer
San Jose, California, United States
$90k-$95k/yr FieldFull Time
LaserAway
LaserAway: Nationwide clinics providing aesthetic dermatology and laser hair removal.
4+ YOERequires 4+ years of related experience, repair tools and electrical safety knowledge, strong problem-solving and communication skills, valid identification, and a clean driving record. Engineering education preferred.
Google Sheets
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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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Manufacturing Body Shop Engineer
San Francisco or California or United States
$146k-$156k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The PAC Group
The PAC Group: Global engineering and project management for industrial manufacturing.
10+ YOE10+ years BIW manufacturing engineering experience, bachelor’s in mechanical/industrial/manufacturing engineering or equivalent, GD&T and CMM/laser scanning proficiency, PFMEA/Control Plan experience, CAD skills.
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), CMM, laser scanning, CAD
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Project Scientist - Laser Liason
Menlo Park, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
Stanford University
Stanford University: A private research university providing higher education and research.
2+ YOEPhD in physics, optics, condensed matter physics, engineering, or related field; two years of postdoctoral experience in pump-probe measurements, ultrafast lasers, or nonlinear optics; expertise in high-power THz or MIR laser systems.
SPEAR3, LCLS, LCLS-II, LCLS-II-HE, PULSE
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