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# Sr. Staff/Staff Engineer, Optical Validation & Test

Irvine, CA Senior individual contributor Operations 

Listed on MediaTek’s official careers site. Listed as of October 23, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on MediaTek’s careers site →](https://careers.mediatek.com/en/jobs/MUS120260903002)

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## Job description

We are seeking a Sr. Staff/Staff Engineer, Optical Validation & Test Lead to drive validation for next-generation fiber optic transceivers and optical engines for AI infrastructure. In this role, you will build a scalable optical test framework used across teams, and lead hands-on execution through EVT, DVT, and reliability support. You will work closely with design, systems, hardware, firmware, manufacturing, and reliability teams to ensure robust product performance, fast debug, and high-quality execution from development through qualification.

### Responsibilities
- Lead validation execution for fiber optic transceivers and optical engines used in AI and data center systems
- Build and scale reusable optical test frameworks, automation software, and data analysis tools across multiple teams
- Define and execute EVT and DVT plans, including characterization, regression, debug, and reporting
- Support the reliability team with pre-/post-stress characterization, qualification support, and failure analysis
- Validate key optical and link metrics such as Tx/Rx performance, BER, eye quality, jitter, TDECQ, sensitivity, optical power, wavelength behavior, and thermal stability
- Drive root-cause analysis across optics, high-speed electrical interfaces, firmware, and test infrastructure
- Improve design-for-test, measurement quality, and validation efficiency across programs
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship across validation and test engineering The position is open for Irvine, CA, and San Jose, CA

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 23, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 23, 2026
- Listed for: Under a day
- Location: Irvine, CA[Apply on MediaTek’s careers site →](https://careers.mediatek.com/en/jobs/MUS120260903002)

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