Lead Silicon Photonics Design Engineer

The Silicon Photonics Designer will work on the design, test, and debug of silicon photonic circuits. He/she will have key responsibilities for silicon photonics activities in a global leader of optoelectronic components and systems. He/she will work closely with compound semiconductors, optical packaging, module engineering groups to deliver high-performance silicon photonic chips for various customers. He/she will develop innovative and complex photonic circuits for emerging applications in communications and sensing, e.g., coherent transceiver, co-packaged optics and LIDAR:Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesWork on silicon photonics device design, simulation, and layoutRun a variety of optical simulation tools, including Lumerical and RsoftRun a variety of RF simulation tools, including HFSS, ADS, and CSTRun a variety of CAD tools, including Cadence, Synopsis, and Python design environmentsTape out silicon photonics design in external and internal fabsWork with module developers to design the optical subassembliesWork with foundries to define and optimize the device structures and processesWork with test engineering teams to perform characterization of silicon photonics devicesWork with quality engineers to create test and qualification plansEducation & 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 circuitsSkillsStrong 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 systemsStrong experience in photonic integrated circuits design CAD toolsStrong tapeout experience with photonics foundries5 years of experience in testing and characterization of optoelectronic devices and modulesExcellent 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 modulesGood knowledge of fiber optic and/or wireless communication systems and applicationsGood knowledge of module packaging in optical communicationsGood knowledge of digital electronics circuitry (microprocessors, FPGAs, SPI)Good knowledge of digital signal processingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent teamwork skills and strong independenceSelf-motivated with innovative thinkingWorking Conditions* Authorized to work in USSafety RequirementsAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.Quality and Environmental ResponsibilitiesDepending 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 CommitmentEnsure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:Integrity - Create an Environment of TrustCollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of IdeasAccountability - Own the Process and the OutcomeRespect - Recognize the Value in EveryoneEnthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in WorkCoherent 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.If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.