Senior PIC Design Engineer

Master’s or PhD degree in electrical engineering, applied physics or other relevant discipline

5+ years of experience with silicon photonics in an industrial setting

Familiarity in designing photonic layouts with KLayout, Luceda, Cadence, Mentor Graphics, or equivalent

Deep expertise in designing and optimizing silicon photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and devices

Experience in common programming languages like Python and MATLAB

Proficiency in electromagnetic simulation using common tools, like Lumerical (FDTD, MODE, INTERCONNECT), Tidy3D

Strong understanding of photonics, electronics, and electromagnetic compatibility

Familiarity in optical bench experiments with tools like parameter analyzers, optical spectrum analyzers, laser sources, etc.

Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and written communication skills

Ability to work independently while also being a great team member

7+ years of experience with silicon photonics in an industrial setting

Experience in designing high-performance optical switches and modulators (high speed in GHz range, low optical loss, low power dissipation, etc.)

Experience with inverse design optimization techniques (adjoint method, particle swarm optimization (PSO), genetic algorithms (GA), gradient ascent, etc.)

Experience in designing high-performance single-photon detectors

Deep expertise in designing and optimizing photonic integrated circuits (PICs) on silicon nitride or hybrid material platforms

Experience with high-frequency chip design (RFIC/MMIC) and signal modeling in tools like HFSS

Experience with thermal and mechanical modeling of components in tools like COMSOL (FEM)

Experience in modeling doping, diffusion and electrical device performance in tools like Sentarus or Silvaco (TCAD)

Experience with PIC packaging, fabrication and test

Knowledge of quantum optics

Knowledge of cryogenic PICs

Ability to work in the Greater Vancouver Area to collaborate closely with the team in person is a plus - this role is eligible for work permit sponsorship and relocation support

Work closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computing

Enjoy a fast-paced and fun environment where you can try new things while solving innovative challenges every day

Inclusive company culture that values collaboration

Regular social events and fun activities keep our global team connected

Competitive compensation package including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for global talent

Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, life, long term disability, an employee assistance program, parental leave top-ups, and a flexible spending account