Optical Systems Engineer

HYPERLUME

HYPERLUME

Software Engineering

San Jose, CA, USA

USD 180k-210k / year + Equity

Posted on Feb 4, 2026
About the roleValidate and optimize next‑generation optical modules/components supporting 50–448 Gbps+. Design module schematics, develop test plans, analyze performance data, and define final configurations.Base salary range is $180,000 – $210,000 a year. Eligible for bonus, equity, and full benefits.Responsibilities- Electrical/optical measurements; design/analyze optical/high‑speed electrical HW; evaluate lasers/modulators/receivers; develop/execute EV/DV test plans; failure analysis; cross‑functional collaboration.Qualifications- BS EE (7+ yrs) or MS EE (5+ yrs); analog/digital/RF/optical analysis; high‑speed test equipment; automation (Python/C/C++/MATLAB/LabVIEW).