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# Principal Applications Engineer (Silicon Photonics - SiPh)

- **Company:** FormFactor
- **Location:** Beaverton, OR, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $94,100.0 - $123,480.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Systems Development Life Cycle, SAS (Software), Scripting, JMP (Statistical Software), Test Scripts
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18611681/Principal-Applications-Engineer-Silicon-Photonics-Siph-Oregon-Beaverton

## About the Role

This position is ideal for a highly experienced technical leader with deep expertise in semiconductor device characterization, optical test methodologies, and Silicon Photonics., * Degree in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Photonics, or a related field.

 * Relevant industry experience in optical-system development, photonics, semiconductor equipment, or test and measurement. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
 * Experience with Silicon Photonics devices and technologies such as waveguides, optical transceivers, photodiodes, VCSELs, beam optics, and integrated photonic circuits.
 * Experience in Applications Engineering, Field Applications Engineering, Technical Sales, or customer-facing technical support roles.
 * Familiarity with semiconductor wafer probing systems and automated test environments.
 * Understanding of semiconductor test methodologies, test automation, and advanced characterization techniques.
 * Proficient in developing test scripts in Python and analyzing data in JMP.
 * Familiarity with semiconductor processing and advanced packaging.

Skills:
Communication, Microsoft Office, Optics, Problem Solving, Python (Programming Language), SAS JMP (Statistical Software), Scripting, Semiconductor Characterization, Silicon Photonics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Data, Statistics, Training and Development, Troubleshooting

Education & Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work| Required

## Description

FormFactor is seeking a Principal Applications Engineer (Silicon Photonics - SiPh) to define technical requirements for advanced optoelectronic test and measurement solutions, validate solutions through testing, and apply applications knowledge to create customer-centric solutions. This role serves as a critical link between customers, Product Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Applications teams, ensuring FormFactor products address emerging market and technology needs., * Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Marketing, Manufacturing, and Global Sales organizations to develop innovative measurement solutions for advanced semiconductor applications.

 * Serve as the subject matter expert for on-wafer semiconductor device measurements and SiPh test applications, translating customer requirements into product requirements.
 * Lead technical definition, application validation, and customer success for new products.
 * Design, execute, and analyze complex application experiments to evaluate product performance and customer use cases.
 * Develop application methodologies, best practices, and technical documentation to support successful product deployment.
 * Create and deliver advanced technical training programs for Field Applications Engineers, Sales teams, customers, and business partners.
 * Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across multidisciplinary project teams.