Define and improve PIC design methodology, automation (e.g., scripted DRC, parameterized cells), and verification flows in Cadence and related EDA tools
Mentor and technically guide a team of photonics designers; set technical direction for the photonics PIC roadmap
What We Need to See
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or a closely related field with emphasis on integrated photonics, silicon photonics, or photonic device physics (or equivalent experience).
8+ years of industry experience in photonics IC design, with demonstrated progression into technical leadership roles
Deep hands-on expertise with Cadence design environment (Virtuoso, PCell development, SKILL scripting) for photonic IC layout and simulation
Proven track record of production tapeouts — you have personally driven PICs from design through GDS signoff on a foundry silicon photonics process
Strong understanding of photonic device physics: waveguides, passive/active components, ring/MZI modulators, photodetectors, optical couplers
Demonstrated technical leadership: setting project scope, making architecture tradeoffs, driving cross-team alignment, and delivering on schedule
Ways to Stand Out From the Crowd
Experience with high-speed (>50 Gbaud) optical modulator or receiver PIC design for datacom/telecom applications
Experience with DWDM PIC architectures (MUX/DEMUX, multi-channel transceivers, wavelength tuning)
Familiarity with co-packaged optics (CPO) system requirements and advance packaging integration
Experience with photonic circuit simulation and CAD tools (Ansys Lumerical, ZeMax, Cadence, MATLAB, Python and Verilog-A) and electromagnetic solvers (FDTD, FDE, EME)
Track record of publications and/or patents in silicon photonics
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 232,000 USD – 368,000 USD.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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