Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer

About This Role

• Broadcom is seeking a Senior Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer to support the development of next-generation photonic integrated circuits (PICs).
• The successful candidate will lead the design, simulation, layout, characterization, and system-level verification of advanced silicon photonics components and circuits, contributing to high-performance optical interconnect solutions.
• Key Responsibilities Utilize industry-standard simulation tools, including Ansys/Lumerical and the Cadence Virtuoso design environment, to design and validate photonic components and integrated circuits.
• Collaborate closely with design and layout engineers to develop high-performance integrated photonic circuits.
• Partner with fabrication and process engineers to define, optimize, and monitor device designs, including implementation of process control and monitoring structures.
• Develop test and qualification plans in coordination with validation and quality engineering teams.
• Validate link- and system-level performance in collaboration with EIC designers, packaging engineers, and system architects.
• Education Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience OR PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field with 7+ years of relevant experience Required Experience & Skills Strong proficiency in photonic design and simulation tools such as Ansys/Lumerical and Cadence Virtuoso.
• Extensive experience in RF/Signal Integrity (SI) simulation and optimization for High-speed modulators and photodetectors (PDs), Electrical subsystems including PCB, TIA, and driver circuits, and Integrated optical components and full transceiver systems Hands-on experience designing high-speed active optical devices, including MZM and MRM Hands-on experience with passive optical components, including couplers, splitters, PSR, and WDM components.
• Proficiency in programming for data analysis, modeling, and layout automation (e.g., Python, scripting tools).
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Additional Job Description: Compensation and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is $141,300 - $226,000.
• This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.
• Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time.
• The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
• We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
• If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.