HyperLight

HyperLight Corporation, founded in 2018, specializes in thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic integrated circuits (PICs). The company provides high-performance integrated photonics solutions for AI infrastructure, hyperscale data centers, telecommunications, and emerging technologies. Its TFLN Chiplet™ platform enables scalable and energy-efficient photonic systems, meeting the demands for bandwidth and reliability in modern computing and communications. The company offers TFLN-based PICs with ultra-low optical loss and high-speed modulators and photodetectors for various applications, including datacom testing and quantum computing. HyperLight also provides end-to-end photonics solutions, including design, simulation, manufacturing, and testing, with a focus on customized development. With high-volume production capabilities and rigorous testing processes, HyperLight ensures the reliability and performance of its products across multiple industries, including AI, telecom, and emerging technologies. The company recently secured $37 million in funding to enhance its R&D and production efforts.

Computer Hardware Cambridge, United States ~43 employees Private · Series B

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Employees
43
+7.5% in the 3 months to Apr 2025
Total funding
$37M
Last round Series B, Sep 2024
12-month attrition
9.6%
Tech: 18.9%
H1B filings, FY2026
7
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
6
Last 30 days

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering12
Sales1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 7 filings.

Funding

  • Sep 2024 · Series B · $37M · Summit Partners, Xora Innovation, Foothill Ventures

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HyperLight FAQ

How many employees does HyperLight have?

HyperLight has about 43 employees, up 7.5% over the 3 months to Apr 2025.

Does HyperLight sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. HyperLight filed 7 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

How much funding has HyperLight raised?

HyperLight has raised $37M in total funding; its latest round was Series B in Sep 2024.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.