HyperLight

Photonics Layout Automation Engineer

HyperLight

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Cambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

JuniorMid-Level

Tech Stack

NumpyPythonSubversion

About the role

  • Own the layout of high-performance photonic integrated circuits using script-driven layout tools in Python.
  • Collaborate to define the layout requirements, including schematic capture, fabrication process definition, and device component selection.
  • Develop tool chains for automation of layout processes like LVS, DRC, and mask preparation.
  • Collaborate with component designers to develop component libraries and our process design kit (PDK).

Requirements

  • Either 2+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent experience through an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • Understanding of basic programming principles including object-oriented and functional programming.
  • Experience developing software collaboratively, using modern version control tools like Git or SVN. Familiarity with modern CI/CD development practices is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Python and its package ecosystem (numpy/scipy, pytest, etc.) is preferred
  • Experience with semiconductor schematic capture, layout, LVS, and DRC. Familiarity with KLayout is a plus.
  • Familiarity with integrated photonics is a plus.
  • Familiarity with scripted integrated photonics layout tools like GDSFactory, Nazca, IPKISS, Cadence, etc.
  • Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is onsite at HyperLight HQ.
Benefits
  • Competitive market-based compensation
  • Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, vision, and dental plans for individuals and families
  • 401(k) retirement plans with employee matching
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Commuter benefits and subsidies
  • Professional growth and mentorship opportunities

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Hard skills
Pythonobject-oriented programmingfunctional programmingLVSDRCschematic capturesemiconductor layoutGDSFactoryNazcaIPKISS
Certifications
M.S.Ph.D.