A deep-tech company developing room-temperature photonic quantum computers is seeking a Senior Photonics Design Engineer to join their growing PIC design team.
This is a hands-on design role focused on the development of complex integrated photonic architectures. You’ll be involved in everything from component-level design through to full tape-out, contributing to both internal design methodologies and external collaborations.
Key Responsibilities:
· Design and optimisation of integrated photonic components
· EM and circuit-level simulations using Lumerical (FDTD / EME / INTERCONNECT)
· Layout, mask design, photonic routing, and DRC verification
· Preparation of full tape-out documentation and mask reviews
· Interface with foundries and collaborate with partners
· Contribute to internal design library and workflow improvements
Requirements:
· 3+ years hands-on PIC design experience with at least 1 completed tape-out
· Master’s degree or PhD in Photonics, Physics, Optical Engineering, or similar
· Strong grasp of photonic component design from first principles
· Proficient with GDS-based workflows, Klayout, and Python-based PIC design automation
· Fluent in English
Desirable:
· Experience with optical/electrical characterisation and testing
· Familiarity with thin-film Lithium Niobate or heterogeneous integration
· Understanding of optical manufacturing processes
· Python for data analysis or measurement automation
· Knowledge of quantum photonics and integrated quantum optics
What’s Offered:
· Permanent full-time contract
· Hybrid working (remote possible)
· Direct impact on next-generation PIC designs and photonic architectures
· Collaborative, research-driven environment
If you’re ready to work on cutting-edge photonics in a team shaping the future of quantum computing, apply now with your CV and a brief cover note.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jack Kindell