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The Software Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining automated test software platforms to support both R&D characterization and production testing of silicon photonics chips. This role emphasizes software development in Python and LabVIEW to enable reliable, scalable, and efficient testing workflows.
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What You Will Do
- Develop and maintain automated test frameworks for silicon photonics device testing (Python as primary, LabVIEW as secondary).
- Collaborate with R&D and Test Engineers to design software modules supporting both characterization and production flows.
- Integrate test instruments (e.g. OSA, SMU, probe station, power meters, VNAs) via APIs, drivers, and automation scripts.
- Ensure software reliability, maintainability, and version control in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, optoelectronics, or related fields.
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in software development for test automation, measurement systems, or instrument control.
- Proficiency in Python for automation, data processing, and GUI development.
- Familiarity with LabVIEW for instrument control and legacy system support.
- Experience with instrument communication protocols (GPIB, VISA, Ethernet, USB).
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience in semiconductor, optics, or silicon photonics testing environment.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional hardware/test/R&D teams.
- Experience in motion/motor control (e.g., probe station, fiber array alignment, precision stages).
- Strong knowledge of software version control (Git) and modular programming practices.
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