Samsung Semiconductor
Senior Engineer, Photonic Design & Testing
Samsung Semiconductor, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Senior Engineer, Photonic Design & Testing
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Engineering and Information Technology | Industries: Semiconductor Manufacturing
Daily onsite presence in San Diego, CA in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.
What You’ll Do
Design and develop highly efficient metaphotonic elements, devices and systems with machine learning, deep learning and/or physical models
Design experiments, perform characterizations, and apply enhancements to our designs and devices
Develop, implement, debug, and evaluate algorithms and processing for real‑time image and optical signal
Create quick prototypes/modules with 3D printing and proof‑of‑concept demos
Develop and automate testing procedures (Python/Matlab/LabVIEW), calibration flows, and performance metrics for sensor evaluation
Assist in overall development of optical systems; develop and benchmark system performance models and test evaluation
Participate in design reviews of optical, optomechanical & optoelectronic components, equipment, and systems
Maintain lab documentation and contribute to internal knowledge sharing (Confluence, GitHub, etc.)
Publish research results in top venues and file patents
What You Bring
Masters with 5+ years or PhDs in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics or relevant fields
4+ years of hands‑on experience in optics, photonics, or sensor prototyping and evaluation (academic or industry)
Experience designing and assembling optical test setups, POC modules, and experimental benches
Experience with automation, scripting, and data logging using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW
Experience with Maxwell‑solver (FDTD, FEM), Ray‑tracing (Zemax, LightTools) and/or relevant optical design platform
Good understanding of nanoscale optics, computational imaging and optical system modeling
Basic knowledge about metasurfaces, nanomaterials, CMOS image sensor, and silicon photonics
Hands‑on experience with 3D printing, rapid prototyping, or hardware integration
Background in computer vision, signal processing or deep learning for optical systems
Familiarity with MATLAB, Python and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
What We Offer The pay range for this role is $119,200—$178,800 USD. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.
Benefits include:
4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave
Charitable giving match and opportunities to get involved
Fertility care, adoption stipend, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies
On‑demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions for emotional wellness support
Onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes for fitness
Flexible environment to find balance
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status. We prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long‑term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy‑related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate’s true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research; all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
Applicant Privacy Policy https://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/
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Daily onsite presence in San Diego, CA in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.
What You’ll Do
Design and develop highly efficient metaphotonic elements, devices and systems with machine learning, deep learning and/or physical models
Design experiments, perform characterizations, and apply enhancements to our designs and devices
Develop, implement, debug, and evaluate algorithms and processing for real‑time image and optical signal
Create quick prototypes/modules with 3D printing and proof‑of‑concept demos
Develop and automate testing procedures (Python/Matlab/LabVIEW), calibration flows, and performance metrics for sensor evaluation
Assist in overall development of optical systems; develop and benchmark system performance models and test evaluation
Participate in design reviews of optical, optomechanical & optoelectronic components, equipment, and systems
Maintain lab documentation and contribute to internal knowledge sharing (Confluence, GitHub, etc.)
Publish research results in top venues and file patents
What You Bring
Masters with 5+ years or PhDs in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics or relevant fields
4+ years of hands‑on experience in optics, photonics, or sensor prototyping and evaluation (academic or industry)
Experience designing and assembling optical test setups, POC modules, and experimental benches
Experience with automation, scripting, and data logging using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW
Experience with Maxwell‑solver (FDTD, FEM), Ray‑tracing (Zemax, LightTools) and/or relevant optical design platform
Good understanding of nanoscale optics, computational imaging and optical system modeling
Basic knowledge about metasurfaces, nanomaterials, CMOS image sensor, and silicon photonics
Hands‑on experience with 3D printing, rapid prototyping, or hardware integration
Background in computer vision, signal processing or deep learning for optical systems
Familiarity with MATLAB, Python and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
What We Offer The pay range for this role is $119,200—$178,800 USD. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.
Benefits include:
4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave
Charitable giving match and opportunities to get involved
Fertility care, adoption stipend, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies
On‑demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions for emotional wellness support
Onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes for fitness
Flexible environment to find balance
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status. We prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long‑term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy‑related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate’s true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research; all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
Applicant Privacy Policy https://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/
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