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Optical Package Test Engineer

Thomas To
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/17/2026
NVIDIA's GPUs and SOCs are the world leaders in power, performance and efficiency. We are continually innovating to deliver new and creative solutions to extraordinary problems in a wide range of sectors. To this purpose, we are now seeking a passionate Optical Packaging Test Engineer who is committed to making a difference in the world through their contributions. You will be responsible for testing optical packages for NVIDIA's products.

We are looking for a highly motivated Optical Package Test Engineer in the Advanced Technology Group (ATG). Do you have a strong background in computational methods for advanced manufacturing? Are you proficient in one of the underlying fields, such as data visualization, optical testing, or optical systems? If yes, then we’d love to hear from you! The job requires working on complex problems and products; you will be providing solutions that are highly creative, and directly contribute to product differentiation.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Responsible for benchtop testing using advanced optical test equipment.
  • Updating testing methodologies and optical equipment.
  • Creating new documentation to standardize workflow and procedures.
  • Data collection and visualization of optical parameters in test chips.
  • Collaborate with multi-functional teams within NVIDIA and define optical package testing requirements.

What We Need To See

  • Bachelors Degree in Materials Science, Data Science, Physics or related fields or equivalent experience with 2 years of work experience
  • Experience with optical test equipment like lasers, OPM, BRM, and optical switches.
  • Knowledge in optical connector standards.
  • Basic photonic device knowledge.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

  • Experience with data visualization using JMP.
  • Basic knowledge of Python.
  • Fiber industry experience.

NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most brilliant and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our world-class engineering teams are growing fast. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with real passion for technology, we want to hear from you

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 88,000 USD - 149,500 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 21, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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