AI Research Engineer/Scientist (AI)

TL;DR

AI Research Engineer/Scientist (AI): Developing electro-optical architectures and simulation methodologies for scalable electronic-photonic IC co-design, with an accent on next-generation optical interconnect performance targets and end-to-end simulation frameworks bridging electronics, photonics, and packaging. Focus on designing digital and mixed-signal accelerators, optimizing optoelectronic components, and advising post-silicon test planning.

Location: US, California, Santa Clara

Salary: $170,500.00–240,710.00 USD (annual)

Company

hirify.global advances technology through scalable AI system design and datacenter connectivity initiatives.

What you will do

• Define architectures and designs for next-generation optical interconnects to meet specifications and performance targets.
• Optimize integrated circuit electro-optical components for improved performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to lead overall project development.
• Develop simulation methodologies for scalable electro-photonic systems and build end-to-end simulation frameworks bridging electronics, photonics, and packaging.
• Design digital and mixed-signal accelerators for state-of-the-art algorithms.
• Advise on post-silicon characterization test plans and document design work with review materials and detailed design descriptions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Optics and Optical Engineering.
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications and/or patents in simulation, design, optimization, and implementation of heterogeneously integrated electro-optical devices and Electronic-Photonic ICs.
• At least 3 years of experience in digital and mixed-signal design flows with proven track record of successful tapeouts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice to have

• Strong proficiency with electronic and photonic integrated circuit (EIC and PIC) design CAD tools.
• Experience with hardware description languages (Verilog, Verilog-A) and high-level programming languages (C/C++, python).
• Deep expertise in active and passive optoelectronic modulator design and optimization.
• Knowledge of 2.5D/3D packaging and integration techniques, and familiarity with switch fabric architectures and routing algorithms.
• Hands-on laboratory testing and characterization experience for integrated circuits.
• Solid understanding of high-speed analog circuitry (e.g., TIAs and modulator drivers).

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model: split time between on-site work at the assigned Intel site and off-site work.
• Total compensation package includes competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefits (health, retirement, vacation).

Hiring process

• Application review and consideration for employment.
• Compensation details for the preferred location shared during the hiring process.