How We Work
Our Values.
Physics First
Every decision starts with the science. We believe the deepest competitive moats come from understanding nature at a fundamental level.
Move at the Speed of Light
We operate with urgency. The thermal crisis in AI is happening now — we build, test, and iterate fast without sacrificing rigor.
Rigorous & Honest
We hold our work to the highest scientific standards. We share results openly, acknowledge failures quickly, and learn from both.
Mission-Driven
Photonic cooling isn't just a product — it's infrastructure for the next era of computing. We're building something that matters.
Open Positions
Join the Team.
Research Scientist — Nanophotonics
Join our core research team to advance anti-Stokes fluorescence cooling at the nanoscale. You will design and characterize photonic thin-film materials, run optical simulations, and collaborate with national lab partners at Sandia and CINT.
Requirements
- —Ph.D. in Physics, Photonics, or Materials Science
- —Experience with anti-Stokes fluorescence or laser cooling
- —Proficiency in optical simulation tools (FDTD, FEM)
- —Track record of peer-reviewed publications
Thermal Systems Engineer
Design and validate the MXL Photonic Cold Plate for integration with next-generation AI and HPC chips. You will own thermal modeling, prototype fabrication, and performance benchmarking against liquid cooling baselines.
Requirements
- —B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- —Experience in chip-level thermal management
- —Proficiency in FEA/CFD tools (ANSYS, COMSOL)
- —Familiarity with semiconductor packaging is a plus
Business Development Manager — Defense
Lead commercialization efforts with DoD, DARPA, and defense prime contractors. You will develop relationships with program managers, respond to government solicitations, and help position MXL's photonic cooling technology for mission-critical applications.
Requirements
- —5+ years in defense technology sales or BD
- —Existing relationships within DoD or defense primes
- —Understanding of government procurement (SBIR, OTA)
- —Active security clearance preferred
Software Engineer — Embedded Systems
Build the firmware and control systems that manage photonic cooling hardware in real-time. You will work closely with hardware engineers to develop low-latency control loops, sensor interfaces, and diagnostic software.
Requirements
- —B.S. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
- —Experience with embedded C/C++ and RTOS
- —Familiarity with I2C, SPI, and UART protocols
- —Experience with Python for data analysis and testing
