Optical Packaging & Assembly Engineer

Compensation: The base annual salary range for this full‑time role is between $94,200 and $130,000. Actual compensation may vary outside of this range and is dependent on various factors, including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full‑time roles are eligible for equity and benefits.

Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Department: Test Packaging Integration

Location: British Columbia, Canada

Photonic is part of a team to realize first‑of‑their‑kind photonic all‑integrated circuits for implementing truly scalable quantum technologies. You will be developing, implementing and testing robust and scalable packaging and assembly procedures for a variety of photonic circuits. As an Optical Packaging & Assembly Engineer, you are a specialist in optical alignment and assembly, process development, and NPI (New Product Introduction).

You will work in a diverse, fast‑paced, and multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, scientists and technicians.

• Develop and implement optical packaging and assembly processes for integrated photonic devices, including high‑precision active alignment to achieve optimal coupling efficiency and long‑term stability
• Design, validate, and optimize alignment methods and tooling to improve accuracy, throughput, and repeatability
• Establish validation plans and characterize optical performance under relevant operating conditions
• Define scalable workflows, SOPs, and process controls to ensure consistent manufacturing outcomes
• Support New Product Introduction by partnering with design, device, test, and manufacturing teams to apply Design for Excellence methodologies like Design for Manufacturability, Design for Test, and Design for Reliability early in the development cycle
• Develop assembly stations integrating precision motion, optical metrology, and environmental control
• Analyze assembly, process, and test data to identify yield drivers, root causes, failure mechanisms, and opportunities for improved throughput, repeatability, and stability
• Collaborate across teams to develop robust, manufacturable packaging solutions
• Define qualification criteria and acceptance standards to support product release

• PhD or Master’s degree in physics, applied physics, packaging engineering, electrical engineering, or other relevant discipline
• Knowledge of and hands‑on experience with integrated photonics and optics
• 3+ years of experience with photonic integrated circuit, semiconductor, optoelectronic, fiber optic, or related packaging design & qualification
• Working experience in new product introduction
• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and written communication skills
• Good organization and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail

• Deep hands‑on expertise in high‑precision optical alignment and packaging for Photonic Integrated Circuits
• Proven ability to translate research‑grade photonic assemblies into robust, production‑ready assembly processes
• Strong experience in data‑driven process optimization including analyzing large datasets to identify yield drivers, diagnose failure mechanisms, and improve process stability
• Demonstrated contribution to New Product Introduction (NPI) and experience in Design for Excellence (DfX) methodologies with focus on Design for Manufacturability (DfM), Design for Test (DfT), and Design for Reliability (DfR)

• Work closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computing
• Enjoy a fast‑paced and fun environment where you can try new things while solving innovative challenges every day
• Inclusive company culture that values collaboration
• Regular social events and fun activities keep our global team connected
• Competitive compensation package including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for global talent
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, life, long‑term disability, an employee assistance program, parental leave top‑ups, and a…