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.  (www.avicena.tech)   

About the role:

Owner of micro-lens material development and fabrication process :

• Work with optical designers to generate micro-lens array design.
• Work closely with material suppliers to develop advanced lens materials.
• Work with partners to develop wafer level lens replication process.
• Design testing plan to ensure results meet product requirements.
• Specify and oversee material reliability and qualification testing.
• Oversee transition from prototype to high volume manufacturing.

Qualifications:

• Master’s, or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Optics, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with wafer level optics.
• Deep knowledge of material selection for micro lens applications.
• Cleanroom process experience.
• Experience with optical modelling software (Zemax, Lumerical, LightTools etc.)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal/communication skills within the company and with partners, customers, and consultants.

Compensation, Benefits & EEO:

Avicena offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits, along with the opportunity to make foundational contributions to a category-defining technology. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Avicena is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.