Photonic Device Designer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Photonic Device Designer. Location: Santa Clara, California, USA

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop novel integrated photonic devices for high-speed optical interconnects and sensing systems.
• Perform chip layout, circuit checking, and device characterization.
• Lead prototype development, testing, and experimental validation of new photonic devices;
• Develop and implement custom measurement methodologies and testing apparatus;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and respond to project needs or client requirements in real time;
• Analyze test results using statistical methods and provide feedback for design improvement.

Qualifications:

• MSEE or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in:
  • Silicon photonics design, fabrication, and testing.
  • High-speed optical components such as modulators, lasers, and detectors.
  • Optical alignment techniques and fiber coupling with waveguides;
  • Electrical/optical lab instruments: AWG, DCA, VNA, BERT;
• Proficient with simulation and CAD tools such as Ansys Lumerical, ZeMax, Cadence;
• Skilled in scripting and data analysis using MATLAB, Python, and Verilog-A.
• Familiarity with modern CMOS fabrication processes is strongly preferred.

Benefits & Information:

• Competitive base salary range: $196,000 - $368,000 (depending on experience and location).
• Eligible for equity and a comprehensive benefits package;
• Work in a creative, inclusive, and technically forward-thinking team environment.
• NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.