Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Utilize simulation tools, including Ansys/Lumerical, Cadence Virtuoso design environment, to design and validate photonic designs.
• Collaborate closely with design and layout engineers to develop high-performance integrated photonic circuits.
• Work with fab / process engineers to define and optimize device design and implement process monitoring structures.
• Develop test and qualification plans in coordination with validation and quality engineering teams.
• Validate link performance in collaboration with EIC designers, packaging engineers, and system architects.
• Education
• Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience
• OR
• PhD with 7+ years of relevant experience
• Required Experience & Skills
• Strong proficiency in photonic design and simulation tools such as Ansys/Lumerical and Cadence Virtuoso.
• Extensive experience in RF/Signal Integrity (SI) simulation and optimization for High-speed modulators and photodetectors (PDs)
• Electrical subsystems including PCB, TIA, and driver circuits
• Integrated optical components and full transceiver systems
• Hands-on experience designing high-speed active optical devices including MZM and MRM
• Hands-on experience with passive optical components, including couplers, splitters, PSR, and WDM components.
• Proficiency in programming for data analysis, modeling, and layout automation (e.g., Python, scripting tools).
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Additional Job Description:
• Compensation and Benefits
• The annual base salary range for this position is $143,800 - $ 230,000
• This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.
• If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.

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Please Note: 1. If you are a first time user, please create your candidate login account before you apply for a job. (Click Sign In > Create Account) 2. If you already have a Candidate Account, please Sign-In before you apply. Job Description: Senior Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer Company: Broadcom Location: San Jose, CA Position Type: Full-Time Broadcom is looking for a Senior Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer to help us build next-generation Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs). In this role, you will lead the design, simulation, layout, and system-level testing of advanced silicon photonics components that power our high-performance optical interconnect solutions.

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