Senior Photonics IC Simulations Engineer

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Temecula (CA)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 210,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Skorpios Technologies, Inc. is hiring Sr. Simulation Engineers to model and simulate photonic integrated circuits using industry-leading tools. You will drive virtual prototyping of lasers, modulators, and passive components for a unique silicon photonics platform.

Work closely with an in-house foundry and device designers to translate simulations into layouts, ensuring tapeout readiness with DRC/LVS verification. Advanced degrees and 10+ years in photonics are expected for this role.

Qualifications

MS or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or related field with computational photonics focus.
Photonic simulation and design with in-house manufacturing experience.
Strong experience with high-fidelity PIC modeling and device optimization.

Responsibilities

Model and simulate III-V and silicon photonics components (DFB/DBR lasers, MZM, SOA).
Lead multi-physics/RF simulations coupling optical, electrical and thermal solvers.
Collaborate with internal Fab and device designers to translate sims into layouts and verify tapeout accuracy.