Collaborate with cross-functionalteams—including electrical circuit designers, packaging engineers, and externalvendors—to ensure seamless integration of PIC and electronic integratedcircuits (EIC).
Design and simulate photonicdevices (e.g., edge couplers, phase shifters, Mach-Zehnder interferometers,ring resonators, splitters/combiners) to meet system performance requirements.
Utilize standard photonics designtools (e.g., GdsFactory, KLayout) to perform efficient PIC floor planning,device placement and tuning, design rule checks (DRC), and version control.
Drive tape-out planning with astrong focus on meeting project timelines.
Create and maintain engineeringdocumentation, including design specifications and test plans.
Participate in design reviews,risk assessments, and cross-functional meetings to ensure product reliabilityand manufacturability.
3+ years of hands-on integratedphotonics circuit design experience.
Deep understanding of integrated photonicsfundamentals.
Familiarity with PIC designenvironments such as GdsFactory, KLayout, OptoCompiler, or ZeroPDK.
Familiarity with PIC simulationtools such as Lumerical or Tidy3D.
Proven ability to excel in acollaborative, team-oriented environment.
Strong verbal and writtencommunication skills.
Previous experience with layoutfor PIC tape-out.
Familiarity with photoniccomputing architectures.
Experience in PIC characterizationand measurement.
An advanced degree (MS or PhD) inElectrical Engineering or a related field.
Excellent benefits – medical,vision, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and more.
Strong work-life balance – aflexible, supportive culture that values your personal time.
Groundbreaking work in opticalcomputing – shape the future of data processing.
Impactful innovation – our designspush the boundaries of performance and efficiency.
Passionate & dedicated team –collaborate with experts and thought leaders in the field.
Professional development – wefoster growth, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
We are seeking an experienced Integrated Photonics Circuit (PIC) Designer to design, simulate, and optimize advanced photonic devices—including edge couplers, phase shifters, Mach-Zehnder interferometers, ring resonators, and splitters/combiners—to meet high-performance system requirements. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams such as electrical circuit designers, packaging engineers, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration of PICs with electronic integrated circuits (EICs). You will use industry-standard photonics design tools (e.g., GdsFactory, KLayout) for floor planning, device placement, tuning, and design rule checks, while driving tape-out planning to meet project deadlines. Additional responsibilities include creating engineering documentation, participating in design reviews, conducting risk assessments, and contributing to product reliability and manufacturability.
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