REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. degree in Optics, Physics, Medical Physics, Metrology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant disciplines.
• Must have a minimum of 5+ years of scientific and applied research in digital holographic microscopy or industry-level experience in optical system design and optical 3D sensor product development.
• Must have extensive knowledge of optical design, modelling/simulation methods, physical optics, diffractive optics, phase and frequency modulators, Fiber optics, coherent/incoherent illuminations, and spectrometers for innovative holography technology design and hybrid 3D sensor product development.
• In-depth knowledge of code development and hands-on coding experience in MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
• Demonstrated understanding of assumptions and pros/cons of simulating tools for optical system design.
• Experience realizing interfaces with cameras and controllers on a computer either with USB or PCIe.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a fast-paced startup environment.
• Must possess excellent communication skills in English and enjoy collaboration and cooperation with team members.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. degree in Optics, Physics, Medical Physics, Metrology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant disciplines with 6 years of industry-level digital holography and/or 3D sensor research and development experience.
• In-depth knowledge of image processing, speckle removal, and artificial intelligence (AI) is ideal.
• Experience with end-to-end design and prototyping chain including parts selection, design, tolerancing, thermal control, vibration, environmental noises, proof-of-principle prototyping, test and troubleshooting, manufacturing evaluation, and optimization.

• Lead the Research and Development Team, analyze user requirements, map out an R&D Strategy for digital holographic microscopes and 3D sensors, schedule R&D, construct an R&D budget, and collaborate with the Business Development Team.
• Refine and redefine product specifications requested by customers.
• Study and select optical parts/components for optimal product design of holographic microscope and 3D sensor products. Design custom optical parts and work with product vendors to build the custom-designed optical parts.
• Design digital holographic microscopes and other 3D sensors including lasers, optics, mechanics, electrical and electronic parts/components, cameras, spectrometers, and computers.
• Design and implement optical modelling/simulation software platform including libraries to prove specific algorithms to be used in digital holography.
• Invent novel holography and image processing algorithms, implement and prove algorithms in MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++, tune and calibrate the holographic microscope system, and experiment, test, and analyze independently or with team staff.
• Research and develop film thickness measurement algorithms and libraries based on detailed system-level analysis for multi-layered optical thin film stacks deposited on a semiconductor wafer and/or advanced OLED displays.
• Research and develop an auto-numerical refocusing algorithm, implement the algorithm in software, and experiment based on the captured holograms for the measurement of high depth range.
• Research and develop novel single shot phase shifting algorithms for on-axis systems.
• Collaborate with machining and integration companies to create prototyping microscopes, providing guidance with tailored design parameters and data for machining.
• Create a testbench-type digital holography prototype and engineering sample digital holography products by assembling and integrating the parts.
• Analyze data and communicate results effectively through technical reports and presentations.
• Actively contribute to intellectual property development by interacting with a team of other researchers, software developers, and manufacturing specialists.
• Draw up documentation including product specifications, system drawings, bills of material, detailed design documents, white papers, and seminar documents.
• Work with other application software engineers and lead them to fulfil project goals.
• Train other engineers and specific customers on our products/technologies.
• Report R&D progress to management on a regular basis or when requested.