Micro Optics Fabrication 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.

About the role:

Experienced engineer with strong technical background in the field of micro-optics, from optical design through micro-optics assembly and manufacturing. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and development of multi-lens micro-optics components and systems.

Responsibilities:

Lead role in developing micro-optics lens systems

Design and simulate the performance of functional 3D micro-optical structures such as multi-element arrays and lenses

Manage plans to accomplish the project on time, utilizing optical design/analysis software and working with manufacturing partners

Work with micro-optic vendors to deliver prototypes

Develop fabrication and assembly techniques for high volume manufacturing

Work with opto-mechanical engineers to define mechanical tolerances and constraints at the system level

Process development on die bond equipment

Develop custom lens materials that meet reliability requirements

Qualifications:

B.S., MS, or PhD in physics, optics or materials science, or equivalent knowledge

Experience in design, fabrication, and testing of lens arrays and precision molded optics

Deep knowledge of optical materials and material reliability testing

Strong communication skills, ideally combined with experience working with vendors/suppliers