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PHIZENIX

Photonics Chip Lead Engineer

PHIZENIX, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053

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About the Role

We are looking for a highly experienced

Photonics Chip Lead

to take ownership of the design and delivery of advanced

Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs)

for next-generation optical networking solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise in

Silicon Photonics systems, block and device design , as well as proficiency with

IC design tools and PIC/ASIC co-design methodologies . You will lead the full lifecycle of photonic chip development-from architecture through physical design and integration-collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the

design and delivery

of Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) for core product lines. Drive all key phases of PIC development, including

architecture, photonic routing, schematic capture, modeling , and

physical layout . Collaborate closely with

analog, digital, and packaging teams

to ensure all product and integration requirements are met. Contribute to the

design and optimization of Silicon Photonics devices and subsystems , enhancing the internal photonics design kit (PDK) and design libraries. Qualifications

Specialized Skills Proven experience in

end-to-end Silicon Photonics PIC design , including

architecture, link budget analysis, and system integration . Expertise in

photonic circuit modeling and simulation

using industry-standard tools such as

Lumerical, Photon Design, RSoft, or VPI . Strong background with

physical design and layout tools

(e.g., Cadence, Mentor Graphics, or equivalent). Experience in

co-designing PICs with ASICs

and digital control systems. Familiarity with

data analysis platforms

like

JMP or DataConductor . Education

Master's degree

in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred). Experience

10+ years

of hands-on experience in Silicon Photonics design and product development. Attributes

Highly

self-driven

with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Excels in

collaborative, fast-paced environments . Excellent

verbal and written communication skills . Demonstrates strong

attention to detail

and creative problem-solving ability.

California Pay Range

$195,000-$235,000 USD