Post-Doctoral Researcher – Silicon Photonics for Computing Applications
Core
Lead photonic integrated circuit (PIC) design, simulation, tapeout, and characterization for novel photonic computing architectures including optical in-memory and neuromorphic computing.
Role type
Post-doctoral researcher (silicon photonics)
Builds
Photonic devices and circuits for next-generation computing architectures
Domain
Semiconductor industry + photonics + AI hardware acceleration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | research
Required skills
PIC design and simulation, device fabrication and characterization, tapeout coordination, optical and electrical testing, interdisciplinary collaboration, technical writing
Preferred skills
MPW run experience, optical in-memory compute exposure, advanced packaging knowledge, industry collaboration
Technologies
Lumerical, IPKISS, Ansys, KLayout, probe stations, tunable lasers, optical spectrum analyzers, Si, SiN, AlN, BaTiO₃, 2D materials
Responsibilities
Lead PIC design and simulation, contribute to novel photonic computing architectures, coordinate tapeout and fabrication, characterize fabricated devices, collaborate on end-to-end prototyping, contribute to publications and IP development
Seniority
Post-doctoral, hands-on research
