What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Researcher position at Keysight Internet Infrastructure?
Overview
Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
About The Job
At Keysight Laboratories, our researchers work on groundbreaking projects from our dynamic research portfolio, striving to deliver breakthrough technologies for Keysight. As a Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in inventing, developing, and validating cutting-edge integrated photonic technologies. Successful innovations may even be commercialized through Keysight's businesses, offering the opportunity to see your work in action.
This role requires a strong foundation in both the theoretical principles and practical applications of PICs. We're looking for someone who is passionate about innovation, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is eager to drive impactful change in the photonics field.
About The Team
Keysight Laboratories serves as Keysight’s central research hub, committed to creating world-class electronic and photonic technologies that power next-generation solutions. You’ll join a diverse, inclusive, and multi-disciplinary team of talented professionals from various fields, including mm-waves, photonics, precision mechanical design, and software development. Our culture encourages creativity, collaboration, and innovation, fostering an environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a tangible difference.
Responsibilities
As a PIC Researcher in Keysight Laboratories, you will apply your expertise as part of our team to propose, develop, and implement innovative yet practical solutions to technically challenging problems. Your initial work will include theoretical analysis, system or device simulations, and PIC layout with an eye for packaging and commercialization. PIC researchers are asked to:
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
Pay is based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.
California pay range: MIN $175,500.00 - MID POINT $234,000.00 - MAX $292,500.00
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program
US Employees May Be Eligible For The Following Benefits
Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
About The Job
At Keysight Laboratories, our researchers work on groundbreaking projects from our dynamic research portfolio, striving to deliver breakthrough technologies for Keysight. As a Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in inventing, developing, and validating cutting-edge integrated photonic technologies. Successful innovations may even be commercialized through Keysight's businesses, offering the opportunity to see your work in action.
This role requires a strong foundation in both the theoretical principles and practical applications of PICs. We're looking for someone who is passionate about innovation, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is eager to drive impactful change in the photonics field.
About The Team
Keysight Laboratories serves as Keysight’s central research hub, committed to creating world-class electronic and photonic technologies that power next-generation solutions. You’ll join a diverse, inclusive, and multi-disciplinary team of talented professionals from various fields, including mm-waves, photonics, precision mechanical design, and software development. Our culture encourages creativity, collaboration, and innovation, fostering an environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a tangible difference.
Responsibilities
As a PIC Researcher in Keysight Laboratories, you will apply your expertise as part of our team to propose, develop, and implement innovative yet practical solutions to technically challenging problems. Your initial work will include theoretical analysis, system or device simulations, and PIC layout with an eye for packaging and commercialization. PIC researchers are asked to:
- Identify new PIC technologies early and how they can best be harnessed for Keysight
- Invent new measurement concepts or implementations to significantly impact Keysight’s businesses
- Implement these innovative concepts in actual hardware and software to prove feasibility
- Work with Keysight’s businesses to transfer the technology into commercial products.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. degree in a relevant field (e.g., Photonics, Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering)
- Minimum of 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience
- Demonstrated ability to perform innovative research in integrated photonics
- Experience in PIC simulation, modeling, design, and layout
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Self-motivated with an ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience with script-based PIC layout
- Hands-on experience with both optical and electrical test and measurement instrumentation
- Familiarity with PIC foundry tape-out processes
- Familiarity with high-precision optical interferometers or optical-based distance measurement
- Free-space optic design experience
- Photonic packaging experience
- Lab automation with Python – instrument control and data acquisition
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
Pay is based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.
California pay range: MIN $175,500.00 - MID POINT $234,000.00 - MAX $292,500.00
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program
US Employees May Be Eligible For The Following Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, Accident, Disability insurance
- Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Leave
- Discounts, Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
Salary : $175,500
