Join Our Team as a Photonics Design R&D Engineer
Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of photonic integrated circuit (PIC) technology? Lightium, a leading-edge photonics startup, is seeking a skilled Photonics Design R&D Engineer to drive the development of innovative layout and design methodologies for our advanced thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) platform. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the next generation of photonics solutions while collaborating with top academic institutions.
Position Summary
As a Photonic Design and Layout Engineer, you will define, implement, and execute the wafer-level and block-level designs and floor-planning of our internal and customer designs in our TFLN-based PIC platform. Your contributions will be pivotal in continuing innovation at the design level, utilizing state-of-the-art software packages to bring our cutting-edge photonic technologies from concept to mass production.
Responsibilities
- Technical: GDS mask generation, floor-planning, and block-level design of cutting-edge photonic components for internal and external stakeholders.
- Design: Translating block-level specifications into photonic designs in collaboration with our RF and optical simulation engineers.
- Simulation: Supporting Lightium’s simulation activities by contributing to optical and RF simulations using state-of-the-art simulation environments.
- PDK Development: Assisting in the PDK development by providing block-level functional models and statistical models involving fabrication and process tolerances.
- Collaboration: Working closely with the R&D teams across design, processing, fabrication, optical testing, and characterization to contribute to cross-functional projects that advance our PIC technologies.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining thorough documentation of design data, reporting findings, and implementing work instructions and scripts for mask generation.
- Innovation: Staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in photonics and incorporating new metrology techniques and technologies into our R&D landscape.
What Our Ideal Candidate Brings
- Educational Background: A degree (MSc or PhD) in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Communications, Material Sciences, or a related field.
- Experience: Initial work experience in photonic design at an industrial level is preferred. Prior experience with integrated photonics design, such as TFLN, silicon photonics, SiN, InP, or related platforms is a plus.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in GDS mask generation, optical simulations, RF/antenna simulations, design-rule-check (DRC), and PDK development. Experience with optical proximity correction (OPC) is advantageous.
- Organization & Documentation: Excellent organizational skills to manage work across multiple projects, with a focus on clear documentation and adherence to standard procedures while maintaining confidentiality.
- Collaboration: Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Adaptability: The ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in the face of change.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English is required, with knowledge of German or French considered an advantage.
What We Offer
A unique opportunity to lead a cutting-edge manufacturing initiative in the rapidly growing field of photonics. You will be part of a collaborative and innovative work environment where your contributions will shape the future of telecommunications, datacom, and beyond. We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, including an employee stock option plan (ESOP) that reflects your experience and expertise. Additional benefits include the possibility of remote work, generous vacation, full salary insurance under the Pillar 2 pension, and support for fair conference attendance and continuing education. Join a young, motivated, and energetic team and become a key player in our early-phase startup where you can create, grow, and develop your professional skills at a fast pace.
If you're passionate about building new technology from the ground up and thrive in a collaborative, results-driven environment, we encourage you to apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.