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Photonics Product Design Lead – AR Waveguide Displays

Applied Materials Santa Clara, CA

Santa Clara, CA

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$180k - $247k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Design Design Lead

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Job Description

Applied Materials is seeking a Photonics Product Design Lead to drive the development of AR waveguide displays from its Santa Clara campus. This on-site, full-time position centers on photonics product design and chip design validation, with a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaboration to bring sophisticated optical technologies to market. A successful candidate will demonstrate leadership across multiple tape-outs and navigate complex IC design challenges with minimal supervision, coupling technical depth with clear communication to internal stakeholders, customers, and vendors.

Responsibilities

Bring deep expertise in at least one area while maintaining a broad understanding of overall chip design and silicon validation, with a proven track record of delivering multiple tape-outs.
Leverage domain knowledge to proactively address issues within own specialty and related areas during specific design phases.
Translate concepts into practical solutions to troubleshoot a range of complex problems across the IC design process without direct supervision in the area of expertise.
Communicate technical material effectively, both verbally and in writing, representing the organization with limited supervision and collaborating with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
Maintain adherence to complex program schedules, budgets, and milestones with minimal supervision.
Participate in cross-functional discussions to resolve interdisciplinary technical issues in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

Demonstrated depth and/or breadth of expertise in a specialized discipline, with the ability to apply knowledge to real-world product or process improvements.
Ability to interpret internal and external business challenges and recommend best practices to enhance products, processes, or services.
Potential to lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource demands, risk, and complexity.
Guides others in solving complex problems, using sophisticated analytical thought to make judgments and identify innovative solutions.
Contributes to achieving customer, operational, project, or service objectives; work guided by established policies.
Communicates difficult concepts clearly and negotiates to align stakeholders around alternative viewpoints.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package
Bonus program
Stock award program
Health and wellbeing programs

Details

Location: Santa Clara, CA (onsite)
Salary: USD 179,500 - 246,500 per year
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible: Yes

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1mo ago

Spectroscopy Product Manager

Wasatch Photonics Morrisville, NC

Morrisville, NC

1mo ago Closed

Full time Manager Marketing Optical Design

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 6, 2026).

Job Description

The Spectroscopy Product Manager will lead the Raman and Non-Raman spectroscopy product lines, defining vision and roadmaps, guiding market strategy, and coordinating with applications and engineering teams at Wasatch Photonics.

Location

This onsite role is based in Morrisville, NC (Raleigh/Durham's Research Triangle Park). Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Define the long term vision, strategic plan and roadmaps for Raman and Non-Raman spectroscopy offerings to align with the business strategy.
Develop competitive analyses to shape market strategy, influence product positioning and pricing decisions.
Develop and maintain sales and technical support tools to enhance the customer experience.
Collaborate with Application and Engineering teams to define product and market requirements for new product introductions.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders across functions to ensure requirements are understood and specifications are met.
Lead new product introductions through the organization's development processes.
Oversee product lifecycle management based on ongoing customer insights to maintain vitality of the product lines.
Direct reporting to the Vice President of Engineering.
Foster a collaborative, positive team environment to support team effectiveness.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in an applicable science or engineering discipline is required.
Experience: More than three years of experience in product management, product development, or related field; leadership experience and exceptional communication skills are valued in graduates.
Industry experience: Specific experience in optics and photonics technologies such as spectrometers is a strong plus.
Customer insight: Natural curiosity about customers’ applications to build strong relationships and develop winning product solutions.
Communication: Excellent and proficient communicator across all levels of an organization.
Time management: Strong prioritization and multi-project handling to meet business goals while working across multiple product lines.
Technical tools: Proficiency in MS Office; experience with SolidWorks, Zemax, or similar tools is ideal.

Technologies

MS Office
SolidWorks
Zemax

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Target-based annual bonus plan
Profit sharing
Small company culture with minimal red tape to empower great ideas

What We Offer

Opportunities to work with leading scientists and engineers in photonics, spectroscopy, and OCT
Direct access to specify and use tools and products needed to do the job
Flexible and compassionate scheduling when needed
Profit-sharing opportunities
Small company culture with minimal red tape
Clear impact on the business and meaningful career advancement opportunities

About Wasatch Photonics

Wasatch Photonics is a fast growing company with market leading products that center on optics. Key product areas include Raman Spectroscopy, Optical Coherence Tomography, Hyperspectral Imaging, Volume Phase Holographic Gratings, and Diffractive Optics. The company offers a collaborative and dynamic startup driven environment that supports energetic and innovative individuals looking to grow with the business.

Job Type

Full-time

Education

Required: Bachelor’s degree or higher in an applicable science or engineering discipline.

Experience

Spectroscopy: 5 years (Required).

Work Location

In person

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