Silicon Photonics Design Engineer

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$96,969.00/yr - $/yr

Job Description

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Work on silicon photonics device design, simulation, and layout
• Run a variety of optical simulation tools, including Lumerical and Rsoft
• Run a variety of RF simulation tools, including HFSS, ADS, and CST
• Run a variety of CAD tools, including Cadence, Synopsis, and Python design environments
• Tape out silicon photonics design in external and internal fabs
• Work with module developers to design the optical subassemblies
• Work with foundries to define and optimize the device structures and processes
• Work with test engineering teams to perform characterization of silicon photonics devices
• Work with quality engineers to create test and qualification plans

Education & Experience

• PhD degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Optics and Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 2 years of industrial experience in design and optimization of silicon/III-V photonic devices and photonic integrated circuits

Skills

• Strong experience on RF/SI simulation and optimization, from components such as high-speed modulators/PDs, and subsystems including PCB/TIA/driver/optical components, to transceiver systems
• Strong experience in photonic integrated circuits design CAD tools
• Strong tapeout experience with photonics foundries
• 5 years of experience in testing and characterization of optoelectronic devices and modules
• Excellent experience of design/optimization of high-speed opto-electronic devices (modulators, photodetectors, lasers)
• Good knowledge of high-speed analog circuitry (TIA, modulator drivers)
• In-depth understanding of optical transceiver modules
• Good knowledge of fiber optic and/or wireless communication systems and applications
• Good knowledge of module packaging in optical communications
• Good knowledge of digital electronics circuitry (Microprocessors, FPGAs, SPI)
• Good knowledge of digital signal processing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills and strong independence
• Self-motivated with innovative thinking

Working Conditions

• Authorized to work in US

Physical Requirements

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.

It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Semiconductor Manufacturing

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