Broadcom Silicon Photonics PIC design engineer 

United States, California, San Jose 

802247789

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with design and layout engineers to develop integrated photonic circuits.

• Utilize a variety of simulation tools, including Cadence Virtuoso design environment, to validate designs.

• Work with process engineers to define and optimize device structures and manufacturing processes.

• Perform characterization of high-speed devices in the lab, working closely with test-engineering teams.

• Create test and qualification plans in collaboration with validation and quality engineers.

• Validate device performance in coordination with photonic IC, packaging, and system architects.

Education:

• MS in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Optics with 10+ years of experience, or PhD with 7+ years of related experience.

Experience:

• Proficiency with photonics design and simulation tools such as Ansys / Lumerical, Photon Design, and Cadence Virtuoso.

• Deep understanding of high-speed RF modeling and parametric extraction; experience with Ansys HFSS is desirable.

• Hands-on experience in developing high-speed Silicon Photonics-based active and passive optical devices.

• Expertise in the development of passive optical structures including couplers, splitters, muxing, and demuxing devices.

• Familiarity with device correlation methods across wafer, die, and subsystem-level integration.

• Strong team-working and collaboration skills.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $141,000 - $225,000.

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.