Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Designer, Ph.D.

Location: North Carolina, USA
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Designer to join our growing engineering team. This position offers the opportunity to develop next-generation photonic technologies for high-speed optical communication, networking, and advanced photonics applications.

As a PIC Designer, you will play a key role in designing, simulating, and optimizing integrated photonic devices and circuits, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative products from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop photonic integrated circuits (PICs) for high-speed optical communication systems.
• Create and optimize photonic components including modulators, waveguides, couplers, filters, multiplexers, and photodetectors.
• Perform device and circuit simulations using industry-standard photonic design tools.
• Develop fabrication-ready layouts and support foundry tape-outs.
• Collaborate with RF, packaging, test, and systems engineers to ensure product performance and manufacturability.
• Analyze test results and drive design improvements.
• Support technology development, intellectual property generation, and product innovation.

Required Qualifications

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