POur client is a pioneering technology company developing next-generation wireless optical communication systems. Built on decades of expertise in integrated photonics and advanced optical networking, the company is redefining the landscape of high-speed, long-range data transmission. Its fully photonic-integrated transceivers aim to overcome the limitations of traditional radio-frequency systems, ensuring high performance and reliability in the most challenging environments. Their innovation lies at the intersection of photonics, RF, and system-level integration. /ppbr/ppbMission /b /ppThe RF Lab Engineer will be responsible for the setup, automation, and optimization of a cutting-edge photonics and RF laboratory. By ensuring precision in measurement systems, managing data workflows, and supporting cross-functional engineering teams, this role plays a key part in accelerating the development of advanced wireless optical communication technologies. /ppbr/ppbResponsibilities /b /ppbLaboratory Operations Infrastructure /b /pulliManage and maintain photonics and RF laboratory infrastructure, ensuring optimal functionality and calibration of all instrumentation. /liliSet up complex measurement environments using lasers, power meters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, interferometers, and related systems. /liliOversee the automation of measurement setups and test benches to ensure reproducibility and throughput. /li /ulpbr/ppbCharacterization Data Analysis /b /pulliExecute high-precision photonic and RF measurements, including photonic integrated circuit (PIC) characterization. /liliDevelop data acquisition pipelines and analyze experimental results to guide system and component optimization. /liliApply rigorous measurement protocols with attention to precision, accuracy, and traceability. /li /ulpbr/ppbProcess Automation /b /pulliImplement instrumentation control using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW, interfacing via GPIB, USB, RS232, Ethernet, and VISA protocols. /liliCreate reusable scripts and automated workflows to streamline testing, improve repeatability, and reduce manual intervention. /li /ulpbr/ppbCross-Functional Collaboration /b /pulliWork closely with RD teams (photonics, RF, electronics, systems) to contribute technical insights that impact product design. /liliProvide lab-based experimental support to prototyping, integration, and validation phases. /li /ulpbr/ppbDocumentation Standardization /b /pulliDevelop and maintain detailed lab documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), test plans, calibration routines, and user guides. /li /ulpbr/ppbRequired Qualifications /b /pulliPh.D. in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Physics, or related discipline, with specialization in laboratory characterization techniques. /liliMinimum 3 years of hands-on experience in a photonics, RF, or electronics lab environment. /liliAdvanced knowledge of test instrumentation and lab equipment (e.g., lasers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, waveform generators). /liliProficiency in instrumentation control using communication protocols (VISA, GPIB, RS232, USB, Ethernet). /liliProven experience with Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW for test automation and data acquisition. /liliDeep understanding of measurement systems, uncertainty analysis, and calibration practices. /li /ul