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VP of Engineering

Irradiant Technologies
Waltham, MA
About Us

Irradiant Technologies is pioneering the future of nano-optics and photonics with our proprietary 3D nanofabrication platform. Our technology enables the creation of optical components with geometries and refractive index profiles previously unattainable, opening doors to entirely new classes of photonic devices. By redefining what is possible in optical design and manufacturing, we are accelerating innovations in sensing, communication, imaging, display, and computation. We are expanding our team with passionate individuals who thrive at the cutting edge of technology.

About the role

The VP of Engineering will serve as a key leader within Irradiant Technologies, overseeing all engineering efforts and ensuring that technical development aligns with the company's strategic goals while serving customer needs. This individual will manage multidisciplinary teams spanning optics, nanofabrication, mechanical engineering, software, and materials science. This role will also involve interfacing with customers to understand their needs and use that understanding to shape our capabilities and product offering. The ideal candidate will be both a strategic thinker and a hands-on leader, with a strong technical foundation and the ability to manage complex engineering projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This is a pivotal role at Irradiant Technologies, offering the opportunity to shape the engineering vision of a rapidly growing company that is redefining the limits of photonics and optics. As VP of Engineering, you will play a critical role in transforming groundbreaking ideas into tangible solutions that impact industries worldwide.

What you'll be doing

  • Engineering Leadership: Lead and oversee all engineering activities, ensuring alignment with company objectives and the successful execution of development and customer projects.
  • Technical Strategy: Define the technical roadmap for product development to balance short-term and long-term goals.
  • Project Management: Direct the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget.
  • Team Development: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Quality and Reliability: Oversee the development and implementation of processes to ensure product quality, reliability, and scalability for mass production.
  • Risk Management: Identify technical challenges and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success and adherence to timelines.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate technical progress, challenges, and solutions to internal and external stakeholders, including executives, customers, and partners.

What experience you'll bring

  • Proven experience leading engineering organizations in a high-tech environment, preferably within photonics, optics, nanotechnology, or advanced manufacturing sectors.
  • Demonstrated success in managing multidisciplinary teams and complex technical projects from concept through production.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following: optics, nanofabrication, materials science, or related fields, with an ability to dive into the technical details of other fields, including mechanical engineering or software.
  • Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of fostering innovation and driving results.
  • Experience with process development, production scaling, and quality assurance for high-tech hardware products.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
  • Experience with optical connectivity in the telecom and datacom industry is highly desired.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $200K - $250K and we are committed to equitable compensation across our company. Compensation also includes a generous equity stake. We handle our benefits through an annual reimbursement to give our employees greater flexibility with the plans that meet their needs. We offer a Flexible Paid Time Off policy and encourage people to take regular vacation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Irradiant Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team free from discrimination or harassment. We encourage candidates of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status to apply. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to contact us with any requests for accommodation.
Posted 2025-08-27

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