Photonic Integrated Circuit Researcher

United Career Networkss; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United Career Networkss in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Researcher to invent, develop, and validate cutting-edge integrated photonic technologies within our Labs. You will contribute to theory, simulation, layout, and measurement campaigns to push the frontiers of photonics.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in photonics or a related field and has demonstrated research excellence in integrated photonics, waveguide theory, and PIC design tools such as RSoft,

Qualifications

• PhD in photonics or related field (e.g., EE, physics).
• Demonstrated ability to perform innovative research in photonics.
• Deep understanding of optical waveguide theory.

Responsibilities

• Invent, develop and validate cutting-edge integrated photonic technologies.
• Theoretical analysis, photonic device simulations, PIC layout and measurements.

Skills

Integrated photonics

Photonics research

Device simulations

Waveguide theory

Education

PhD in Photonics/EE/Physics

Tools

RSoft

Lumerical

Tidy3D

IPKISS

KLayout

Job description

We are at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization.

Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries.

Responsibilities:

As a Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in inventing, developing, and validating cutting-edge integrated photonic technologies.

As a PIC Researcher in our Laboratories, you will apply your integrated photonic expertise as part of our team to propose, develop, and implement innovative yet practical solutions to technically challenging problems.

Your initial work will include theoretical analysis, photonic device simulations, PIC layout, and PIC component measurements.

Required Qualifications:

Completed Ph.D. degree in a relevant field (e.g., Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics)

Demonstrated ability to perform innovative research in integrated photonics

Deep understanding of optical waveguide theory (mode solving, confinement, polarization, dispersion)

PIC simulation, design, and layout experience (RSoft, Lumerical, Tidy3D, IPKISS, KLayout)