Staff Embedded Software Engineer, Lasers

Staff Embedded Software Engineer, Lasers Mountain View, CA Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, enabling the next giant leaps in human progress. The company invented the world’s first 3D‑stacked photonics engine, Passage™, capable of connecting thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme‑scale data centers for the most advanced AI and HPC workloads. Lightmatter raised $400 million in its Series D round, reaching a valuation of $4.4 billion. We will continue to accelerate the development of data center photonics and grow every department at Lightmatter! If you're passionate about tackling complex challenges, making an impact, and being an expert in your craft, join our team of brilliant scientists, engineers, and accomplished industry leaders. Lightmatter is (re)inventing the future of computing with light! This unique opportunity focuses on defining the control plane architecture for next‑generation photonic interconnect products and implementing active laser control and stabilization algorithms. You will leverage your proven history of shipping embedded systems at scale to deliver products that enable extreme‑scale artificial intelligence computing clusters. Your expertise will make a profound and visible impact on the business by directly enabling the next generation of computing technology. Responsibilities Collaborate across a multidisciplinary team including Photonic, Analog, Digital, Systems and Network experts to define control plane architecture for Lightmatter’s photonic interconnect products. Define diagnostics and monitoring architecture for photonic transceivers. Implement active laser control and stabilization algorithms in collaboration with a cross‑functional design team. Integrate with DataCenter administration capabilities using environments such as CMIS, OpenBMC and DMTF. Debug and troubleshoot embedded systems using tools such as GDB, JTAG, and logic analyzers. Debug and troubleshoot lasers using optical test and measurement equipment. Participate in customer engagements to gather requirements and usability criteria. Qualifications BS and 8+ years of experience, or MS and 6+ years of experience. Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field. Proven history of shipping embedded software in customer‑facing devices at‑scale. Strong understanding of hardware‑software integration. Practical knowledge of communication and control in embedded systems, peripherals, and buses. Experience with developing commercial/enterprise‑level software and firmware on Linux. Experience with Git and CMake for building and managing software projects. Hands‑on experience designing, simulating, or deploying control of autonomous systems. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency with Python or C++. Familiarity with debugging tools such as GDB, JTAG, and logic analyzers. Experience developing firmware for photonic transceivers or similar systems. Experience with environments such as CMIS, OpenBMC and DMTF. Experience with optical communication systems and technologies. Knowledge of laser physics and control techniques. Has experience leading small teams and mentoring junior engineers. Familiarity with optical test and measurement and methodologies for characterizing optical components and systems. Benefits and Compensation We offer competitive compensation. The base salary range for this role is based on location, experience, educational background, and market data. Salary Range: $175,000 – $224,000 USD. Total compensation includes a new‑hire equity grant, annual performance‑based equity, and other rewards that recognize your impact and contribution. Retirement Savings Matching Program Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Paid Family Leave Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Flexible, hybrid workplace model Equity grants (applicable to full‑time employees) Lightmatter follows a hybrid work model for positions based in one of our office locations. Export control compliance: Candidates should have the capacity to comply with federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws. Lightmatter observes equal employment opportunity. As set forth in Lightmatter’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr