Ph.D. in Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics, or related field.
Minimum 2 years of post-Ph.D. research or professional experience.
Proven track record in innovative research in integrated photonics.
Hands-on experience with PIC simulation and design tools like Lumerical and Cadence.
Extensive experience in characterizing optical-to-optical, optical-to-electrical, and electrical-to-optical devices.
Proficient in die-level or wafer-level probing of PIC devices.
Strong communication skills in English.
Responsibilities
Evaluate emerging technologies for strategic value.
Develop new measurement methodologies for impactful solutions.
Translate concepts into functional hardware and software prototypes.
Collaborate with business teams to commercialize research technologies.
Conduct theoretical analysis and PIC device simulations.
Characterize photonic integrated circuits using measurement techniques.
Work with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex photonics problems.
Benefits
On-site position in Santa Clara, California, fostering close collaboration.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge integrated photonics technologies.
Engagement with multidisciplinary teams for diverse problem-solving.
Potential for significant impact across various business sectors.
Full Job Description
Position Overview:
As a PIC Researcher within client Laboratories, you will leverage your expertise in integrated photonics to identify, develop, and implement innovative and practical solutions to complex technical challenges.
Your initial responsibilities will include theoretical analysis, photonic device modeling and simulation, and photonic integrated circuit (PIC) layout and design. A strong understanding of integrated photonics, PIC probing, and photonic measurement techniques is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities where they can provide strategic value to Client.
Develop new measurement concepts, methodologies, and implementations that can create significant impact across Client's businesses.
Translate innovative concepts into functional hardware and software prototypes to demonstrate technical feasibility.
Collaborate closely with client business teams to transition successful research technologies into commercial products.
Perform theoretical analysis, PIC device simulations, and layout activities as part of research and development projects.
Characterize and evaluate photonic integrated circuits using appropriate probing and measurement techniques.
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical solutions to challenging photonics and measurement problems.
This is an on-site position based in Santa Clara, California, requiring close collaboration with colleagues to support innovation and effective teamwork.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in a relevant technical field such as Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics, or a related discipline.
At least 2 years of professional or research experience after completing a Ph.D.
Demonstrated experience conducting innovative research in integrated photonics.
Hands-on experience with PIC simulation, design, and layout tools such as Lumerical, Tidy3D, IPKISS, KLayout, or Cadence.
Extensive practical experience characterizing PIC devices, including optical-to-optical (O-O), optical-to-electrical (O-E), and electrical-to-optical (E-O) devices.
Experience with die-level or wafer-level probing of passive and active photonic integrated circuit devices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Strong self-motivation and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience developing PIC layouts using script-based or programmatic methods.
Familiarity with PIC foundry processes, including tape-out and fabrication workflows.
Experience with RF or microwave simulation and design.
Background in photonic or electronic packaging technologies.
Experience with laboratory automation using Python, including instrument control and automated data acquisition.
