Silicon Photonics Intern (PhD)

TL;DR

Silicon Photonics Intern (Photonics): Designing, modeling, and validating high-speed silicon photonics components for data infrastructure. Focus on device physics, simulation tools, and system-level testing of integrated optical components.

Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)

Salary: $29–$57 per hour

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions essential for data infrastructure, enabling new possibilities across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Understand product requirements.
• Model photonics devices using commercial photonics simulation tools.
• Work with the team on validation and data analysis.
• Work with design automation EDA software for product development.

Requirements

• Pursuing an MS/Ph.D in Electrical Engineering/Photonics.
• Good understanding of photonic device and semiconductor physics.
• Experience with industry standard photonics simulation tools.
• Experience with standard Si/CMOS/MEMS process technologies for fabrication and integration of electrical and optical devices.
• Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under U.S. export control laws and regulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Perks and discounts.
• Robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being.
• Paid holidays.

Hiring process

• Candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.