Optoelectronic Characterization and Automation Engineer

Avicena is a privately held company developing microLED based ultra-low power high bandwidth interconnects for chip-to-chip communications. This technology will revolutionize High-Performance (HPC) and Cloud computing, as well as other industries where low power interconnects are critical like camera sensors, autonomous vehicles, and aerospace. Avicena is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California with a development center in Edinburgh, Scotland. The company was founded in 2019 by leading technologists from the optical networking industry with a track record of delivering breakthrough products. (www.avicena.tech)

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing Design of Experiments (DOEs) for characterizing micro LEDs, photodiodes and various optical and electrical systems
• Set up and maintain test equipment for measuring key parameters of optoelectronic devices
• Conduct and automate electrical and optical measurements, including IV curves, spectral response, and angular emission patterns
• Provide thorough analysis of test results and prepare comprehensive reports detailing performance of microLEDs and silicon photodiodes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve company-wide test methodologies
• Troubleshoot and debug test setups and measurement anomalies
• Contribute to the development of automated test systems using Python
• Maintain accurate documentation of test procedures and results

Qualifications:

• BS or higher in electrical engineering, materials science, applied physics or related field (MS / PhD. preferred)
• 2-4 years of experience in test engineering or related role
• Strong optics knowledge and experience
• Familiarity with basic test equipment such as source-measure units (SMUs), oscilloscopes, optical power meters, spectrometers, etc.
• Understanding of semiconductor device physics and optoelectronics principles
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Flexible, quick learner, ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Python or other programming languages
• Understanding of measurement automation
• Ability to work with and program microcontrollers and/or FPGAs
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics