Photonic Integrated Circuit Specialist (integrated photonics, optical waveguide theory, PIC simulation, design, layout, RF and microwave simulation, circuit-level simulations) in Santa Clara, CA
2+ to 5 years of experience
Position: Photonic Integrated Circuit Specialist (integrated photonics, optical waveguide theory, PIC simulation, design, layout, RF and microwave simulation, circuit-level simulations)
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Duration: Full-Time
TRAVEL: Occasionally
Salary: Excellent Compensation with benefits + 401K + relocation
SKILLS: Ph.D. Degree, integrated photonics, optical waveguide theory, PIC simulation, design, layout, PIC component characterization, Radio Frequency (RF) and microwave simulation & design, circuit-level simulations
DESCRIPTION:
ROLE:
This Photonic Integrated Circuit Specialist role requires a strong foundation in both measurement science and the theoretical principles and practical applications of PICs (Photonic Integrated Circuit). We're looking for someone who is passionate about innovation, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is eager to drive impactful changes in the photonics field.
Responsibilities:
As a Photonic Integrated Circuit Specialist you will apply your integrated photonic expertise as part of our team to propose, develop, and implement innovative yet practical solutions to technically challenging problems. Your initial work will include theoretical analysis, photonic device simulations, PIC layout, and PIC component measurements. PIC Specialist are asked to:
• Identify new technologies early and how they can best be harnessed
• Invent new measurement concepts or implementations to significantly impact corporate businesses
• Implement these innovative concepts in actual hardware and software to prove feasibility
• Work with corporate businesses to transfer the technology into commercial products.
• This position requires close collaboration with colleagues,so must be performed on-site at Santa Clara, CA
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Optics or Physics)
• Demonstrated ability to perform innovative research in integrated photonics.
• Deep understanding of optical waveguide theory (mode solving, confinement, polarization, dispersion)
• PIC simulation, design, and layout experience (RSoft, Lumerical, Tidy3D, IPKISS, KLayout)
• Extensive hands-on PIC component characterization experience
• Familiarity with die- or wafer-level optical and electrical probing of passive and active PIC devices
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Self-motivated with an ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience with script-based PIC (Photonic Integrated Circuit) layout
• Familiarity with commercial PIC foundry tape-out processes
• Experience in Radio Frequency (RF) and microwave simulation and design
• Experience with circuit-level simulations (ADS, INTERCONNECT, VPI)
• Photonic or electronic packaging experience
• Lab automation with Python – instrument control and data acquisition
NOTE - The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills
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