Lumotive is pioneering the era of programmable optics—where light is controlled as intelligently and flexibly as software.
At the heart of this transformation is a once-in-a-generation innovation: a flat CMOS-based “general purpose optic.” Lumotive’s Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) beam forming chips can be programmed to function as a beam steering mirror, a lens, mirror, a beam splitter—or any optical function—replacing bulky and mechanical optical components with a fully digital, reconfigurable semiconductor . This breakthrough lays the foundation for a massive shift in multiple technologies—from 3D sensing and imaging to optical networking, free space optical communication, and beyond. Like the shift from analog to digital in electronics, programmable optics will reshape industries from robotics, self-driving cars, AI, defense, and healthcare.
Lumotive’s first commercial application is in LiDAR, where its software-defined beam steering chips are already enabling compact, high-performance, solid-state sensors. These sensors are being deployed today in smart infrastructure, robotics, and mobility systems through leading module makers and solution integrators.
With more than 200 patents and growing commercial traction, Lumotive is delivering the world’s first digital platform for light—and redefining what’s possible in the optical age.
Job Description:
We’re seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented professional to lead our prototyping operations. This multifaceted role involves ownership of material procurement, inventory management, supplier coordination and in-house build processes for our cutting edge lidar systems enabled by Lumotive’s Light Control Metasurface™ technology. You will be at the heart of hardware engineering operations to drive product quality and shape how our hardware performs in the real world. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hardware-centric environment.
Responsibilities:
- Primary owner for engineering material procurement, prototype build coordination, and inventory management driving end-to-end execution of engineering prototype builds.
- Procurement & Inventory Management
- Manage material readiness and cost across all prototype builds.
- Source and procure materials for prototyping, including optical, electrical mechanical components and custom parts (e.g. PCBs, mechanical hardware).
- Track and maintain inventory of prototypes and critical materials.
- Develop and sustain inventory management processes and tools.
- Prototype Build Management & Manufacturing Engineering
- Develop build plans, schedules and tracking for all prototype programs.
- Develop and implement in-house manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers for prototyping processes such as SMT assembly, die-bonding, wire bonding, system assembly.
- Quality & Process Improvement
- Drive improvements in speed, quality, and cost of prototyping operations.
- Establish and enforce quality control standards and procedures.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective action documentation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field.
- 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or hardware operations.
- Experience procuring a wide range of electrical, mechanical and optical components, including custom parts (e.g. PCBs, machined hardware, custom optical lenses).
- Proven track record working with domestic and international suppliers and contract manufacturers.
- Hands-on experience in inventory management processes and systems.
- Strong background in process development, build workflows, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with optoelectronics systems or lidar systems is a strong plus.
- Experience with precision optomechanical assemblies and testing is a strong plus.
- Hands-on experience in designing jigs, fixtures, and assembly tooling.
- Comfortable using optical/electrical test & measurement equipment.
- Scripting experience for automation or data handling (e.g. Python, SQL).
- Familiarity with dashboarding/visualization tools (e.g., Tableau).
Base pay is scaled depending on experience + Performance based Quarterly Bonus + Equity.
Benefits include but not limited to:
Health, dental and vision
FSA, HSA
PTO plus 14 paid company holidays
401K with 3% contribution
Stock Options
Life insurance and disability
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