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Sr. Staff/Staff Engineer, Optical Validation & Test

Irvine, CAFull-time2026-09-02 → 2026-11-10
Based in United States

Core

Lead validation for next-generation fiber optic transceivers and optical engines for AI infrastructure, building scalable test frameworks and executing qualification plans.

Role type

Sr. Staff Engineer, Optical Validation & Test Lead

Builds

Scalable optical test frameworks, automation software, and data analysis tools

Domain

AI infrastructure, fiber optics, high-speed electrical interfaces

Required skills

Optical validation, test framework development, EVT/DVT planning, reliability characterization, failure analysis, root-cause analysis, high-speed interface testing, thermal stability testing, technical leadership

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

None explicitly listed

Responsibilities

Lead validation execution for fiber optic transceivers and optical engines; Build and scale reusable optical test frameworks and automation; Define and execute EVT and DVT plans including characterization and debug; Support reliability team with stress characterization and failure analysis; Validate key optical and link metrics; Drive root-cause analysis across optics and interfaces; Improve design-for-test and validation efficiency; Provide technical leadership and mentorship

Seniority

Sr. Staff, hands-on IC with leadership