Laser Designer

RANOVUS Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Semiconductor Laser Designer to join their dynamic photonics development team in Ottawa. This role involves designing and developing cutting-edge laser sources for Silicon Photonics applications in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with experts globally, utilizing your skills in semiconductor laser design, simulation, and testing. The company is committed to minimizing environmental impact through advanced technology, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about photonics and sustainable solutions. Join a leader in fiber-optic communications and contribute to the future of data center infrastructures.

Qualifications

• Experience in design and simulation of semiconductor lasers.
• Hands-on skills in laser optical characterization and testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulation, testing, and analysis of semiconductor lasers.
• Develop and maintain design and requirements documentation.

Skills

Simulation of active photonic devices

Optoelectronic device characterization

Computer-aided design of lithographic masks

Data analysis

Hands-on lab skills in laser optical characterization

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Ph.D. in Photonics

Tools

Simulation software

Optical metrology setups

Job description

Semiconductor Laser Designer

Social networking, machine learning, and big data analytics demand ever-increasing network connectivity. RANOVUS, with operations in Ottawa, Canada, Nuremberg, Germany, and San Jose, USA, is a solution provider for the next generation data center infrastructures. We aim to deliver advanced technology that minimizes environmental impact through lower power dissipation. Working with world class fabrication partners, RANOVUS is the leader in the application of unique new technologies to fiber-optic communications products for data-centers.

We are seeking a Semiconductor Laser Designer to contribute to our growth.

As a successful candidate, you will be a key member of our photonics development team and be responsible for the design and development of next generation laser sources for Silicon Photonics applications. You will be working in a fast-paced environment where your skillset will be utilized and further developed. Based in Ottawa, you will be working with a variety of experts locally and around the world.

Responsibilities Generally Include

• Design, simulation, testing and analysis of semiconductor lasers
• Design and simulation using state-of-the-art simulation software
• Develop and maintain design and requirements documentation
• Define fabrication process
• Mask layout
• Data analysis
• Failure analysis
  
  

Candidate Should Be Experienced With

• Simulations of active photonic devices
• Computer-aided design and layout of lithographic masks corresponding to various process steps in the fabrication of active photonic devices
• Optoelectronic device characterization and testing
• Analysis of active photonic devices
• Design and assembly of optical metrology set ups
• Hands-on lab skills in laser optical characterization, verification and testing
  
  

Desirable Skills Include

• Simulations of active photonic devices
• Computer-aided design and layout of lithographic masks corresponding to various process steps in the fabrication of active photonic devices
• Optoelectronic device characterization and testing
• Analysis of active photonic devices
• Design and assembly of optical metrology set ups
• Hands-on lab skills in laser optical characterization, verification and testing
  
  

Required Education

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Photonics or a related discipline with emphasis on III-V optoelectronic devices
  
  

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the Laser Designer position. In your cover letter, please also include your availability date.