Silicon Photonics Device Design Engineer

Description

Skorpios Technologies, Inc., an innovator in heterogeneous integration of silicon photonic technology and semiconductor development, is rapidly expanding. We are in search of a top-level Si Photonics Device Design Engineer for developing next-generation Si Photonics chip and module products. This is an opportunity to work with a highly motivated, high performance technical team on highly differentiated, disruptive technology. 

The Silicon Photonics Device Design Engineer role is responsible for supporting the development of next generation Si-Photonic Data Communications solutions in Skorpios’ Integration and Process Development Engineering team. The Si Photonics Device Design Engineer will develop high performance Si Photonics devices, including optical couplers, WDM devices, polarization splitter and combiner, polarization rotator, and 90-degree hybrid, to be integrated in a Si Photonics system chip. The design must be tailored for our unique technology platform and optimized for meeting challenging specs. The tasks include optical simulations, design for fabrication and testing, design review, working with layout engineers, characterization of devices, data analysis, and performance report. 

Responsibilities

•  Design, Model and Simulate high performance Si Photonics devices, including optical couplers, WDM devices, polarization splitter and combiner, polarization rotator, and 90-degree hybrid, to be integrated in a Si Photonics system chip.
• Model and simulate thermal response for optical device performance.
• Perform Optical mode matching over large wavelength range
• Establish tolerance and process design rules to enable DRC for Designs and Layouts
• Direct HPIC Layout of designed components
• DOE Design and Design Validation Testing
• Design Review Support and Presentation
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Establish schematics Designs for Layout
• Using computer software to design Optical components

Requirements

•  10 years experience
• M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Material Science or a related field. Photonics or a related discipline with emphasis in optical communications and high-speed optical components.
• Deep understanding of optical devices and polarization components is a must.
• Extensive industrial experience in photonics (Si or III-V) device design and characterization is preferred, with a proven track record of success, from concept to manufacturing. Alternatively, PhD graduate who has done outstanding research work on directly related devices may be accepted for the position.
• Solid understanding of optical waveguides, polarization, optical modes, and fiber optical communications.
• Understand how to design various photonic devices, including optical couplers, WDM devices, polarization splitter/combiner, polarization rotator, and 90-degree hybrid.
• Proficient in design and simulations for optical waveguides and other active and passive photonic devices.
• Familiar with optical waveguide device characterization and analysis.
• Able to work with processing engineers to define fabrication methods.
• Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated track of record.
• Able to work hard in a dynamic start-up environment.
• Thrives in fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Desired are candidates with significant industrial experience in the optical components industry.
• Ansys Lumerical, Zemax and Speos, JMP or Mini-Tab Experience preferred.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements 

Authorization may be required to release covered technology to employees who are not U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees. 

Salary : $150,000 - $185,000