Senior Photonics Systems & Characterization Engineer at 1010 Analog Devices Inc. — US, MA

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices is building new capabilities in integrated photonics, optical communications, co-packaged optics (CPO), near-packaged optics (NPO), and advanced optical control systems. We are investing in both internal laboratory capability and external collaborations with leading universities, foundries, and research institutions. Our Wilmington photonics lab is now operational and supporting multiple demonstrator programs spanning silicon photonics, microring modulators, and next-generation optical interconnect technologies.

We are looking for a hands-on engineer who enjoys building systems, solving difficult measurement challenges, and working at the intersection of photonics, electronics, packaging, and control.

Key Responsibilities

Photonics System Bring-Up & Characterization

• Lead characterization of photonic demonstrator platforms.
• Develop and execute optical, electrical, thermal, and system-level test plans.
• Perform measurements including:
• Optical spectrum analysis
• High-speed modulation testing
• BER characterization
• Thermal tuning and resonance characterization
• Optoelectronic Control-loop validation
• Eye diagram and signal integrity analysis
• Die and wafer level measurements
• Correlate laboratory results to system-level optical interconnect requirements.

Laboratory Ownership

• Own day-to-day operation of the Wilmington photonics laboratory.
• Specify, commission, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Develop laboratory procedures and characterization methodologies.
• Support future lab capability expansion and equipment procurement.

Automation & Data Analysis

• Develop Python-based automation frameworks.
• Create repeatable characterization workflows.
• Analyze large measurement datasets.
• Generate technical reports and engineering recommendations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with:

• Photonic IC designers
• High-speed electronics teams
• Packaging engineers
• University collaborators
• Foundry and OSAT partners

Currently ADI collaborates with Universities, institutes, and multiple photonic technology suppliers.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in:
• Photonics
• Optics
• Electrical Engineering
• Applied Physics
• Related technical discipline
• Hands-on experience with optical characterization.
• Strong understanding of integrated photonics.
• Experience with optical communication systems.
• Proficiency in Python for automation and data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to independently bring up laboratory hardware and measurement systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Silicon photonics experience.
• Microring resonator characterization.
• TFLN device experience.
• High-speed optical communications.
• PIC packaging and fiber alignment experience.
• Co-packaged optics (CPO) or datacenter optical interconnect experience.
• Experience working with photonic foundries and academic collaborators.

Why This Role Matters

The successful candidate will play a central role in helping ADI establish internal photonics expertise and validate future optical connectivity architectures. The position offers a unique opportunity to work across devices, systems, packaging, controls, and advanced datacenter technologies while helping shape ADI's long-term photonics roadmap.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $131,285 to $190,108.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.