PIC Architect

What You'll Do: Lead the definition, architecture, design, simulation, layout, and testing of photonic integrated circuits. Work directly with customers to understand product requirements and translate them into technical PIC solutions. Conduct feasibility studies and help establish program requirements, timelines, and deliverables. Design and model custom PICs using commercial and internally developed tools. Work cross-functionally with component design, layout, packaging, process, test, and reliability engineering teams. Coordinate packaging, chip interfaces, and fabrication requirements. Define test requirements, review test plans, and analyze technical data. Help identify and prioritize new photonic components for the PDK roadmap. Serve as a technical lead across customer programs and help transition products from development into production.

What We're Looking For: 5+ years of relevant industry experience; 10+ years of combined professional and advanced research experience preferred. Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph. D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Materials Science, or a related technical discipline. Strong experience with PIC design and architecture, including layout and simulation. Deep understanding of photonic components such as lasers, modulators, amplifiers, detectors, passives, and optical coupling. Experience understanding how PICs integrate into larger optical systems, electronics, sub-assemblies, and modules. Experience within datacom, LiDAR, optical circuit switching (OCS), data center applications, or similar optical technologies. Ability to work directly with customers, understand technical requirements, and serve as a technical lead on complex programs. Understanding of manufacturing challenges and transitioning products from development into production. Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and presentation skills. Experience with high-speed optical testing and photonic packaging is preferred.