Job Details

Principal Silicon Photonics Engineer

Job Title: Director of Silicon Photonics Design
Location: Austin, TX or Bay Area (open to remote for exceptional candidates)
Compensation: $200K - $300K DOE plus equity
Requirement: 10+ years of Silicon Photonics design, development, and productization, modulator design

Listed as one of EE Times' 2025 100 Most Promising Start-ups, we are revolutionizing AI computation with a groundbreaking photonic module that promises to redefine the world of AI. Backed by Bill Gates' Frontier Fund, we are developing an Optical Processing Unit (OPU) that is 100x faster and more energy-efficient than the GPU. By integrating metamaterials with conventional optoelectronics, our compute-in-memory optical system surpasses existing solutions, paving the way for the future of AI hardware. We are scaling our elite engineering team to bring this transformative technology to market. Join us to shape the future of optical computing!

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Silicon Photonics Design to join our team. The ideal candidate will lead the design and development of advanced silicon photonics technologies, driving innovations in optical communications and computing. This role requires a deep understanding of photonics design and systems integration to enhance our product offerings and ensure successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of silicon photonics solutions for optical communication systems.
• Conduct research and development in silicon waveguides, SOAs, and photodetector technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate photonics systems into larger architectures.
• Drive the development of grating couplers and other critical components for silicon photonics applications.
• Evaluate and optimize photonic designs for performance and manufacturability.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in photonics design and development best practices.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with a focus on photonics.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in silicon photonics or a related area.
• Proven track record of taking silicon photonic devices from concept through to commercial production using leading foundries.
• Strong expertise in photonics design and optical communications.
• Hands-on experience with waveguides, SOAs, photodetectors, and grating couplers.
• Must have experience with modulator design
• Familiarity with systems integration and optical computing technologies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Employee Stock Options
• PTO/Vacation
• 401K
• A pivotal role in an innovative startup redefining the future of AI hardware!
• Opportunities for career growth and future team leadership
• Access to cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art facilities
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