What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Designer position at Opticore Inc?
Opticore’s mission is to provide scalable, energy-efficient computing solutions that address the global energy and environmental challenges posed by the growing demands of AI computing with 100x more energy efficiency and area density.We’re looking for a self-motivated Integrated Photonics Designer to join our team and help shape the future of high-speed, high-performance computing. You’ll work on silicon photonics chip design and verification across the entire product lifecycle, making you a key contributor to our engineering efforts. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with cross-functional teams—including electrical circuit designers, packaging engineers, and external vendors—to ensure seamless integration of PIC and electronic integrated circuits (EIC).Design and simulate photonic devices (e.g., edge couplers, phase shifters, Mach-Zehnder interferometers, ring resonators, splitters / combiners) to meet system performance requirements.Utilize standard photonics design tools (e.g., GdsFactory, KLayout) to perform efficient PIC floor planning, device placement and tuning, design rule checks (DRC), and version control.Drive tape-out planning with a strong focus on meeting project timelines.Create and maintain engineering documentation, including design specifications and test plans.Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and cross-functional meetings to ensure product reliability and manufacturability.Minimum Requirements3 years of hands-on integrated photonics circuit design experience.Deep understanding of integrated photonics fundamentals.Familiarity with PIC design environments such as GdsFactory, KLayout, OptoCompiler, or ZeroPDK.Familiarity with PIC simulation tools such as Lumerical or Tidy3D.Proven ability to excel in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Even Better If You HavePrevious experience with layout for PIC tape-out.Familiarity with photonic computing architectures.Experience in PIC characterization and measurement.An advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering or a related field.What Motivates Our TeamExcellent benefits
medical, vision, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and more.Strong work-life balance
a flexible, supportive culture that values your personal time.Groundbreaking work
in optical computing – shape the future of data processing.Impactful innovation
our designs push the boundaries of performance and efficiency.Passionate & dedicated team
collaborate with experts and thought leaders in the field.Professional development
we foster growth, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
