Photonics Design Engineer

7 days ago


Reston, Virginia, United States OpenLight Full time
Company Overview

OpenLight is a pioneering photonics design company that has revolutionized the industry with its open silicon photonics platform and integrated lasers. Our innovative technology is utilized in various applications, including Datacom, telecom, LiDAR, healthcare, HPC, AI, and optical computing.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Photonics Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, design, and integration of various Silicon, SiN, and Heterogenous Si-IIIV based components for our OpenLight silicon photonics PDK.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and model silicon and SiN photonic optical components using custom-built and commercial simulation tools.
  • Develop photonic integrated circuit CAD layout of integrated optical components and circuits.
  • Perform engineering-level test-data analysis to optimize and validate optical component performance.
  • Work closely with process engineers to define and optimize device structures and processes.
  • Develop compact models for optical components in OpenLight's silicon photonics PDK.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related discipline.
  • Hands-on experience with designing passive Si/SiN and/or active III-V photonic integrated circuit devices.
  • Strong understanding of semiconductor processing and its interaction with photonic component performance.
  • Proficiency in programming with scripting languages, preferably Python.
  • Experience with statistical analysis of large datasets using statistical software or toolboxes.
What We Offer

As a Photonics Design Engineer at OpenLight, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals in the field of silicon photonics. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and professional development.



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