Photonics Test Development Engineer

Apple is looking for a Photonics Test Development Engineer with strong software development skills and experience scaling technology in a high-volume manufacturing environment

• Develop test and calibration methodologies optimized for speed and scalability
• Define requirements and specifications for specialized test equipment in collaboration with equipment vendors and internal teams
• Develop advanced software for photonics characterization, test automation, and data analysis
• Optimize control and calibration algorithms for fast feedback loops and automated module operation
• Interact with cross-functional teams to establish processes that enable future high-volume manufacturing
• Work closely with photonics process and design engineers to establish best practices and understand drivers of performance variability
• Work independently to overcome existing roadblocks and identify areas for improvement

• Bachelor’s degree in EE, Physics, or similar
• Experience in photonics, photonics testing, fiber or free-space optics, optomechanics, and a variety of optical measurement techniques
• Experience with Object-oriented programming and data analysis in Python, or similar
• 3+ years of relevant mass production experience
• PhD degree in EE, Physics, or similar
• Experience developing test processes for photonics or optical systems with consideration for manufacturing scalability
• Experience in design and specification of custom test equipment and automation solutions
• Experience in design and build of free-space, diffuse light, and fiber optical setups
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations teams
• Understanding of manufacturing constraints including throughput optimization, and yield considerations
• Experience in building and maintaining full Python repositories or modules, including documentation and testing scripts
• Regular use of version control systems like Git

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses
• Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation assistance

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