III-V Device Design Engineer for Silicon Photonics Integration

Skorpios Technologies, Inc; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Skorpios Technologies, Inc in Temecula, California, is seeking a III-V Device Design Engineer to develop next-generation Si Photonics chip and module products. The role requires over 10 years of experience and an advanced degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Material Science. Candidates should have a deep understanding of lasers and photonic devices, along with proficiency in design and simulation tools. The work entails collaborating within a dynamic team environment to meet challenging specifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in device design and characterization.
• Deep understanding of Lasers, MZM, photodiodes and EAM devices.
• Extensive industrial experience in photonics device design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, model and simulate high-performance III-V devices.
• Perform impedance matching over large frequency range.
• Direct HPIC Layout of designed components.

Skills

III-V and RF design circuitry skills

Problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Proficiency with Software Design Tools like Ansis Lumerical

Good communication skills

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Material Science or related field

Tools

Ansys Lumerical

Zemax

Speos

JMP

Mini-Tab

Job description

Skorpios Technologies, Inc., an innovator in heterogeneous integration of silicon photonic technology and semiconductor development, is rapidly expanding. We are in search of a top-level III-V Device Design Engineer for developing next-generation Si Photonics chip and module products. This is an opportunity to work with a highly motivated, high performance technical team on highly differentiated, disruptive technology.

The III-V Device Design Engineer for Silicon Photonics integration role is responsible for supporting the development of next generation Si-Photonic Data Communications solutions in Skorpios’ Integration and Process Development Engineering team. The III-V Device Design Engineer will develop high performance III-V devices including high-power and high efficiency Laser, EAM and MZM high-speed modulators, Uni Traveling Carrier high-speed photodetectors. The design must be tailored for our unique technology platform and optimized for meeting challenging specs. The tasks include electrical, RF, and optical simulations, design for fabrication and testing, design review, working with layout engineers, characterization of devices, data analysis, and performance report.

Responsibilities

• Design, Model and Simulate high efficiency Laser, EAM and MZM high-speed modulators, Uni Traveling Carrier high-speed photodetectors.
• Model and Simulate Resistance and Capacitance effects from EAM and MZM Modulators, Photodiodes and Laser Diodes to provide improved RF performance of the components into integrated circuits
• Perform impedance matching over large frequency range
• Establish tolerance and process design rules to enable DRC for Designs and Layouts
• Direct HPIC Layout of designed components
• DOE Design and Design Validation Testing
• Design Review Support and Presentation
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Establish schematics Designs for Layout.
• Using computer software to design III-V components and optimize for RF performance of optical to electrical conversion efficiency.
• RF device testing and electrical/optical s-parameter measurement and characterization

Competencies

• Ability to work in an integrated and diverse team environment.
• Ability to work with a large body of data and the necessary statistical analysis tools, and the ability to present the data and ideas to a diverse audience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to present complex problems to internal peers as well as potential customers
• III-V and RF design circuitry skills
• Problem solving and trouble shooting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency with Software Design Tools like Ansis Lumerical
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Requirements

• 10+ years' experience
• M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Material Science or a related field. Photonics or a related discipline with emphasis in optical communications and high speed optical III-V components.
• Deep understanding of Lasers, MZM, photodiodes and EAM devices is a must.
• Extensive industrial experience in photonics (Si or III-V) device design and characterization is preferred, with a proven track record of success, from concept to manufacturing. Alternatively, PhD graduate who has done outstanding research work on directly related devices may be accepted for the position.
• Solid understanding of Epitaxy constraints, band structures, quantum effects, carriers' diffusion, optical modes for optical communications.
• Understand how to design various III-V devices, including high-power and high efficiency Laser, EAM and MZM high-speed modulators, Uni Traveling Carrier high-speed photodetectors.
• Proficient in design and simulations for III-V active photonic devices.
• Familiar with optoelectrical device characterization and analysis.
• Familiar with components reliability concepts.
• Able to work with processing engineers to define fabrication methods.
• Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated track of record.
• Able to work hard in a dynamic start-up environment.
• Thrives in fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Desired are candidates with significant industrial experience in the III-V components industry.
• Ansys Lumerical, Zemax and Speos, JMP or Mini-Tab Experience preferred.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements

Authorization may be required to release covered technology to employees who are not U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees