Senior PIC Process R&D Engineer

Lightium AG

📍 Schlieren, Zürich, Switzerland

Full-time Ingenieurwesen und Technik Posted February 23, 2026

Job Description

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of photonic integrated circuit (PIC) technology? Lightium, a leading-edge photonics startup, is looking for a skilled PIC Process R&D Engineer to spearhead the development of new processes and modules for our innovative thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the next generation of photonics solutions while collaborating with top academic institutions.

Position Summary

As a Photonics PIC Process R&D Engineer, you will develop and optimize new process modules to advance our TFLN-based PIC platforms. Your contributions will be pivotal in continuing the innovation at the process level in state-of-the-art cleanroom, bringing our cutting-edge photonic technologies from concept to mass production.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development: Define, develop and implement innovative process modules for TFLN-based PICs in collaboration with st...