Director, Laser Technology

diamondfoundry· Wafer Engineering
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📍 Bay Area, CaliforniaFull time💰 USD 195K–270K

About this role

We are seeking an experienced, seasoned leader of Laser Technology to lead our laser process development and advanced optics team. In this role, you will own the end-to-end lifecycle of our high-power laser technology —from initial optical physics R&D and beam delivery modeling to scaling laser-material processing loops on the manufacturing floor. You will manage a team of laser engineers, optical physicists, and process specialists driving breakthrough yields in precision material processing.

Key Responsibilities

    • Own the technical roadmap for high-power laser systems, beam shaping optics, and ultrafast laser slicing for diamond wafers.

    • Lead and scale a high-performing team of photonics engineers, optical physicists, and laser process specialists.

    • Drive the scaling and transfer of laser-material processing recipes (dicing, singulation, surface ablation) from R&D to the factory floor.

    • Partner with Equipment Engineering to design, procure, and integrate high-precision optical delivery hardware and galvo systems.

    • Maximize diamond wafer yield by resolving complex laser-material interaction excursions, thermal lens effects, and beam drift

    • Collaborate with Metrology and Automation teams to implement real-time optical sensor grids and closed-loop process controls.

Qualifications & Experience

    • Master’s or Ph.D. in Optics, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Materials Science.

    • 8+ years in laser systems engineering, with 5+ years managing technical optical/process engineering teams.

    • Deep technical expertise in high-power industrial lasers (fiber, DPSS, ultrafast/femtosecond), beam delivery optics, and galvo scanners.

    • Proven track record in precision laser-material processing loops (e.g., semiconductor wafer slicing, ceramic/hard-material dicing, or optical annealing).

    • Proficiency with optical simulation tools (Zemax, Code V) and multiphysics modeling platforms (COMSOL, MATLAB, Python).

    • Strong background in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Director, Laser Technology role at diamondfoundry?
The listed salary for this Director, Laser Technology position at diamondfoundry is USD 195K–270K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Director, Laser Technology position at diamondfoundry located?
This Director, Laser Technology role at diamondfoundry is based in Bay Area, California. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Director, Laser Technology role at diamondfoundry full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Director, Laser Technology role in the Wafer Engineering department at diamondfoundry.
Which team or department does the Director, Laser Technology at diamondfoundry belong to?
This Director, Laser Technology position is part of the Wafer Engineering department at diamondfoundry. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Director, Laser Technology job at diamondfoundry posted?
This Director, Laser Technology position at diamondfoundry was posted on Aug 29, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Director, Laser Technology
diamondfoundry · 💰 USD 195K–270K
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