Silicon Photonics Validation Engineer

TL;DR

Silicon Photonics Validation Engineer (Silicon Photonics): Involved in the full product lifecycle, carrying new products from inception to NPI, and contributing to optical components development and validation for next generation products. Focus on design, verification, and validation of integrated high-speed optical components and system-level testing under various operating conditions.

Location: Santa Clara, CA. Applicants must be eligible to access U.S. export-controlled information and may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment, with exceptions for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals.

Salary: $130,740 – $195,800 per annum

Company

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

What you will do

• Contribute to optical components development and validation for next generation products.
• Collaborate closely with CAD and foundry process teams on photonics design flow and design automation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Digital and Analog Circuit designers, Signal/Power Integrity, and system design.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience OR Master’s/PhD with 2+ years in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of silicon photonics, semiconductor physics, and optical component validation, design, and fabrication.
• Proven experience in semiconductor optical devices such as high-speed photodetectors, modulators, or integrated waveguide devices.
• Hands-on experience in validating optoelectronic components using automation equipment and performing data analysis.
• Familiarity with optical and electronic modeling and simulation software to design electro-optical devices and generate GDS level mask data.
• Ability to work with a large body of data and statistical analysis tools, and to present data and ideas to diverse audiences.
• Eligibility to access U.S. export-controlled information is required.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting financial well-being, family support, and mental/physical health.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Family support programs to help balance work and home life.
• Robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being.
• Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones.
• Commitment to fair and authentic hiring practices.