Senior Photonic IC Design Engineer | Hybrid, RSUs in Cambridge

Senior Photonic IC Design Engineer | Hybrid, RSUs in Cambridge

Cambridge Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and validate cutting-edge photonic integrated circuits and systems.
  • Company: Global leader in photonics based in Cambridge with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Excellent salary, bonuses, RSUs, hybrid work, and free lunch onsite.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and client engagement.
  • Why this job: Join a pioneering team and shape the future of photonic technologies.
  • Qualifications: PhD in Physics or Electronics with experience in photonic technologies.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Overview

Based in Cambridge, the global organization with offices around the world is looking to recruit a Photonics Lead and a Junior Photonics Engineer.

The roles involve photonic integrated circuits, nano‑ and micro‑fabricated optics, nonlinear systems, quantum photonics, and optical design using tools such as Zemax.

Responsibilities

  • Specification, design, fabrication/test, and validation of complex PICs or photonic systems.
  • Hands‑on photonic design/simulation (Lumerical, Ansys, Synopsys, or equivalent) and PIC layout (Synopsys, Luceda, Nazca).
  • Engagement with the photonics ecosystem (fabs, packaging, test).
  • Deep knowledge of PIC platforms (Si Ph, Si N, In P), integration methods and test strategies.
  • Proven ability to lead engineers, make technical trade‑offs and collaborate across disciplines.
  • Commercial competence and client engagement, as speaking with clients will be part of the role.

Qualifications

  • Ph D in Physics, Electronics, or semiconductor‑related technologies.
  • Desired Skills
  • Experience in photonic/optical compute technologies.
  • Experience in high‑speed PICs for data communications.
  • Experience in free‑space optical communication.

Benefits

Excellent salary, 20% bonus (for both roles), RSUs, a generous relocation package if required, hybrid working 2‑3 days in the office per week, free lunch onsite, and more.

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Senior Photonic IC Design Engineer | Hybrid, RSUs in Cambridge employer: Energy Jobline ZR

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Contact Details:

Energy Jobline ZR Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Photonic IC Design Engineer | Hybrid, RSUs in Cambridge

Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs)
Nano- and Micro-Fabricated Optics
Nonlinear Systems
Quantum Photonics
Optical Design (Zemax)
Photonic Design/Simulation (Lumerical, Ansys, Synopsys)
PIC Layout (Synopsys, Luceda, Nazca)