Senior Photonics Architect — Lead PICs & Optical Systems

Cambridge Consultants; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Creative working environment

Support for individual talent

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a photonics architect to lead multidisciplinary teams in developing next-generation photonic and optoelectronic systems. The role involves setting technical vision, defining architectures, and guiding projects from concept to validated hardware. Ideal candidates will have expertise in photonic design and a proven ability to manage complex projects while collaborating with various engineering disciplines. The position offers unique opportunities to mentor, shape strategy, and engage with clients at the forefront of optical innovation.

Qualifications

• Led specification, design, fabrication/test, and validation of complex PICs or photonic systems.
• Engagement with the photonics ecosystem (fabs, packaging, test).
• Experience in high-speed PICs for datacoms.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams delivering PICs and photonic systems.
• Oversee design, simulation, tape-out, integration, and test activities.
• Manage technical relationships with foundries and partners.

Skills

Hands-on photonic design/simulation

Leadership

Deep knowledge of PIC platforms

Integration methods

Technical trade-offs

Tools

Lumerical

Ansys

Synopsys

Luceda

Nazca

Job description

A leading technology consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a photonics architect to lead multidisciplinary teams in developing next-generation photonic and optoelectronic systems. The role involves setting technical vision, defining architectures, and guiding projects from concept to validated hardware. Ideal candidates will have expertise in photonic design and a proven ability to manage complex projects while collaborating with various engineering disciplines. The position offers unique opportunities to mentor, shape strategy, and engage with clients at the forefront of optical innovation.