CareerPlan

Manager, Optical Validation

Milpitas, CaliforniaFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead validation, characterization, test, binning, and failure analysis for next-generation silicon-photonics optical modules for quantum computing.

Role type

Manager, Optical Validation

Builds

Next-generation optical modules based on Silicon-Photonics for quantum computing applications

Domain

Quantum computing / Silicon Photonics / Optical Engineering

Required skills

Optical system validation, Failure analysis, Team management, Project management, Hardware design review, Cross-functional collaboration, Technical mentoring, Yield estimation, Test methodology development, Optical equipment expertise

Preferred skills

Silicon Photonics assemblies, Multi-chip co-packaged systems, Embedded firmware integration

Technologies

Optical delay lines, Polarization controllers, Filters, Electro-optical modulators, Detectors, Lasers, Power meters, Optical backscatter reflectometers (OBR), Optical spectrum analyzer (OSA), Optical switches

Responsibilities

Develop and execute characterization, verification, and validation plans for fiber-optics based modules; Manage validation team including technical oversight and talent development; Supervise measurement activities and drive failure analysis; Review hardware design to ensure testability; Establish cross-functional collaborations for product development; Lead technical discussions to review data and decide next steps; Mentor engineers and define technical career paths.

Seniority

Manager, hands-on IC with people management