Field Application Engineer (Silicon Photonics)

TL;DR

Field Application Engineer (Silicon Photonics): Developing ATE production test solutions for silicon photonics and supporting full test and device characterization of silicon photonic devices with an accent on electro-optical testing methodology and mechanical alignment automation. Focus on building test codes/methods, troubleshooting production issues, and partnering with customers to advance wafer, module, and packaged chiplet testing.

Location: Jubei City, TW

Company

hirify.global delivers manufacturing test and automation solutions for next-generation technologies.

What you will do

• Develop ATE production test solutions for silicon photonics.
• Collaborate with factory applications, hardware, and software engineering teams to run full test and device characterization.
• Partner with customers to develop electro-optical testing methodology for wafer chips, modules, and packaged chiplets.
• Develop codes and testing methodology for mechanical alignment at silicon photonic automation test equipment.
• Provide technical support to customers, including project development, production support, issue identification, and prevention solutions.
• Work under pressure and take initiative to drive progress toward securing and gaining business.

Requirements

• MS or higher degree with a preference in Electronic Engineering, Electro-Optical Engineering, Physics, or Material Science.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) and RF electronic devices.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Experience with test programming and semiconductor device testing instruments (e.g., VBT, C++, Python, LabView, .net) is required.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with optical systems, modules, components, and photonics devices (lasers, detectors, modulators, transceivers, DWDM system).
• Knowledge of high-speed chip/high-speed IO interface testing (UCIE, PCIE, USB, MIPI).
• Experience with optical component characterization techniques and optical test equipment.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical claims and group insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition assistance programs.
• Support for innovation and learning in an inclusive work environment.

Hiring process

• Application submission and review.
• Interviews to assess technical fit and cross-functional collaboration.
• Evaluation of experience with ATE, testing, and silicon photonics-related methodologies.