Silicon Photonics Design Engineer – High-Speed Modulator Devices
Ciena
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: New Jersey • United States
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Salary
💰 $133,100 - $212,500 per year
About the role
- Design and optimize photonic integrated circuits, focusing on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Conduct advanced simulations of modulator devices using specialized software tools.
- Analyze and interpret experimental results, correlating them with theoretical models and simulations.
- Collaborate with wafer fabrication partners to ensure design feasibility and production readiness.
- Develop and implement test plans for both active and passive photonic devices, including DC and RF testing methods.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate modulator designs into broader photonic systems and prototypes.
- Document and communicate design decisions, test data, and advancements to stakeholders.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Photonics, Optics, or a related discipline, or M.Sc. with proven work experience in silicon photonics.
- Solid knowledge of photonic integrated circuit design, including active and passive components.
- Proficiency in simulation tools for optical, optoelectronic, or RF applications.
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor fabrication processes and characterization techniques for photonic devices.
- 5+ years of experience in photonic device design and validation.
- Familiarity with DC and RF test methods for photonic components.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans
- Participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time
- Compliance with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence
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Hard Skills & Tools
photonic integrated circuit designsimulation toolssemiconductor fabrication processescharacterization techniquesDC testing methodsRF testing methodsmodulator device designactive componentspassive componentsphotonic device validation
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationdocumentationanalysisinterpretation
Certifications
Ph.D. in PhotonicsM.Sc. in Photonics or related discipline