Silicon Photonics Layout Engineer

Analog Photonics is a Boston-based silicon photonics company developing high-performance photonic integrated circuits (PICs) that enable disruptive advances in automotive LiDAR, optical communications, consumer electronics, and defense systems. At Analog Photonics, you will find not only a fast-paced environment driving world-leading solid-state LiDAR systems and advanced communication links, but also an environment that encourages you to develop multiple skill sets across design, simulation, fabrication, packaging, and testing. Position Overview We are seeking a Silicon Photonics Layout Engineer to support our photonic IC layout efforts, develop next-generation layout automation infrastructure and maintain our silicon photonics PDK. In this role, you will help build and maintain layout libraries, contribute to full-reticle tapeouts, and develop reusable and parameterized layout tools using modern, Python-based frameworks. You’ll work closely with photonic designers, test engineers, packaging teams, and foundry partners to help scale up our internal design workflows and ensure high-quality, manufacturable layouts. Key Responsibilities Generate photonic integrated circuit (PIC) layouts using modern Python-based layout tools (e.g., KLayout, GDSFactory) Develop and maintain parameterized layout components (PCells) and reusable circuit blocks Assemble and validate full-reticle layouts for commercial and internal multi-project tapeouts Support physical verification (DRC, LVS) and implement layout quality assurance procedures Maintain layout libraries and associated scripts with clear documentation and version control Collaborate with photonic designers, packaging engineers, and test engineers to translate design specifications into manufacturable layouts Work with foundries and fabrication partners to ensure compliance with process design rules and deliverables Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience Basic understanding of photonic components, such as waveguides, couplers, grating couplers, and modulators Experience using layout software such as KLayout, GDSFactory, Cadence Virtuoso Scripting and automation experience in Python Preferred Qualifications: M.S. or Ph.D. in Photonics, Physics, EE, or related field 3+ years experience with layout generation for PICs or semiconductor workflows Deep experience in building and managing layout libraries and parameterized cells Familiarity with foundry PDKs, DRC rules, and physical verification (LVS, DRC, ERC) Experience using simulation and layout tools such as Synopsys, Cadence, Lumerical Strong version control, documentation, and team collaboration skills Why Join Analog Photonics? Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and full benefits package Collaborate with world-class experts in photonics and systems integration Drive layout development for industry-leading photonic ICs Direct access to design, test, and system teams in an agile and collaborative environment Lab and office in downtown Boston with exciting growth opportunities

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