Photonic Layout Engineer

Job Description:

The successful candidate will join our PIC Design team developing cutting-edge silicon photonics devices. This person will learn and grow rapidly, while having enormous impact across all technical and business activities in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities:

● Implement design automation workflows using Python/EAD tools to generate photonic layout for devices and PICs

● Construct, validate, and maintain parametric cells (PCells) for active/passive photonic and high-frequency RF components

● Perform DRC and prepare error-free GDS files for tapeouts with commercial foundries

● Collaborate closely with design, integration, and test teams to optimize designs based on aligned specifications and ensure compliance with design and manufacturability requirements

Required:

● Strong desire to contribute to a high-impact photonics company

● B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field

● Hands-on experience using code-based photonic layout design tools (GDSFactory, Cadence, or similar)

● Strong programming and scripting skills (preferably Python)

● Eligible to work in the United States or Taiwan

Desirable:

● Hands-on PIC tapeout experience with commercial SiPh foundries

● Strong interest in learning and advancing emerging photonic technologies

● Experience with version control

● Knowledge of semiconductor devices, fabrication, RF, and silicon photonics

Compensation and Benefits:

The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $200,000 (for US employees, role level and salary commensurate with experience and impact)

● Equity

● Health Benefits

● Flexible work hours

● Opportunity for rapid advancement

About the Company:

Polaris Electro-Optics is redefining optical interconnects through our breakthrough Ferroelectric Nematic Glass (FenGlass™) technology, enabling ultra-fast, low-power silicon photonic modulators that unlock 400 G/lane and beyond. We’re a Series-A startup backed by leading investors and working with the world’s top datacom and coherent ecosystem players. Join us to define the next generation of optical connectivity.