Integrated Photonic Engineer (hybrid)

Cisco UK

Holmdel, NJ, US
Base: $152,400.00 to $221,800.00 (us/canada); bonu...
Hybrid
Pic design including active and passive components
Photonics numerical simulation tools
Photonic device process and fabrication knowledge
Cisco UK is seeking an Integrated Photonic Engineer for their Acacia division, focused on developing high-speed coherent optical transceivers. The role involves designing, simulating, and testing photonic components, requiring significant technical expertise and collaboration within a dynamic team

Job Summary

  • The Acacia division of Cisco is a market leader in high-speed coherent optical transceivers used globally by hyperscalers and in submarine networks.
  • The role involves close collaboration across multiple teams including PIC, millimeter wave design, packaging, and hardware/software testing to build complete products.
  • Cisco offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and opportunities for stock grants and bonuses.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Cisco UK is seeking an Integrated Photonic Engineer for their Acacia division, focused on developing high-speed coherent optical transceivers. The role involves designing, simulating, and testing photonic components, requiring significant technical expertise and collaboration within a dynamic team.

Salary

Base: $152,400.00 to $221,800.00 (US/Canada); Bonus/Equity: Incentive compensation and stock grants available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PIC design including active and passive components
  • Photonics numerical simulation tools
  • Photonic device process and fabrication knowledge
  • Script-based GDS layout of photonic circuits
  • Hands-on photonic component testing

Nice-to-have

  • Hybrid integration of different material systems
  • Strong numerical and programming skills in Python
  • Experience with Lumerical, COMSOL, HFSS, Cadence
  • Statistical analysis for yield improvement
  • Collaborative team environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors + 7 years or Masters + 4 years or PhD + 1 year related experience
  • Prior experience with solid-state physics and integrated photonics
  • Ph.D. with 3+ years experience preferred
  • Experience with large-scale photonic circuit tape-outs
  • Work authorization for US or Canada locations

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