We are a young and dynamic startup founded in 2020 by experts who have developed a game-changing technology to bring a material with an extremely strong Pockels coefficient into a scalable silicon photonics platform. This has been a scientific and technological breakthrough, which enables the realization of advanced photonic structures and completely new applications, e.g. for photonic AI networks and quantum computing.At Lumiphase, we are bringing this new technology to market, while at the same time developing new scientific and technological concepts. This working student position is placed at the heart of our R&D activities and will ensure that our groundbreaking semiconductor chips can be tested to their full performance potential with appropriate electrical, optical and mechanical integration solutions.TasksThe position is for a student seeking a 40-60% (2–3 days/week) role to gain hands-on lab experience in an exciting and fast-growing industrial startup. The purpose of this role is to support our R&D team with a range of hands-on tasks, including
mechanical design,
PCB design,
electrical and optical asssembly of silicon chips,
soldering and installation of hardware components and samples into test chambers,
selection and ordering of
hardware components, * running calibration routines and performing measurements.You will closely collaborate with R&D engineers, gaining insights into electrical and optical testing hardware, test methods, and practical lab skills related to semiconductor components.RequirementsWe are looking for a candidate with strong interest in electrical engineering and micro-scale photonics and desire to contribute within a dynamic deep-tech startup.Desired qualifications:
Strong interest in hands-on work with delicate semiconductor components/wafers and electrical and optical measurement equipment
Experience in using CAD and/or PCB design software; basic mechanical and/or electrical engineering knowledge is an advantage
Python knowledge
Independent and exact working style
Good command of English (German is a small plus but not a requirement)
The position is well suited for students pursuing an engineering, natural science or computer science degree at a university or a university of applied sciences (Fachhochschule). It may also be fitted as an industrial internship for an engineering student of Bachelor/Master program.Start and duration of the position can be aligned with your availability and/or your university’s regulations, with a preference for a minimum of 6 months.LumiphaseData traffic is exploding! At Lumiphase, we are on a mission to create the fastest and most energy-efficient communication chip the world has ever seen – to enable global IT infrastructure to handle this massive increase in data.Our technology is built on innovative materials with incredible optical properties. The chips we build enable faster networks that consume less energy and will allow everyone to be better connected in the future.We are a young and dynamic deep-tech startup, based in Zurich, Switzerland. Lumiphase was founded in 2020, after nearly 10 years of research within IBM. We are building a passionate team full of complementary areas of expertise, all dedicated to make this new generation of communication chips a reality on the market. We are growing rapidly, and we provide an agile environment for working at the forefront of cutting-edge technology to build products that will have a strong impact on our society.Check out our open positions, and apply!