Metasurface Simulation Engineer

Neurophos • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Metasurface Simulation Engineer to play a vital role in advancing our state-of-the-art AI compute accelerators based on silicon photonics and free-space optics. This position focuses on developing simulation methodologies and conducting electromagnetic numerical simulations to design, optimize, and validate the performance of our revolutionary photonic architecture. You will work closely with a world-class team of theoreticians, physicists, optical engineers, and system engineers to model and iterate on system designs. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of photonic technology and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, this is your opportunity to make a transformative impact.

Requirements

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience performing electromagnetic numerical simulations for optical or photonic systems.
• Proven expertise with commercial simulation software (e.g., HFSS, COMSOL, Lumerical).
• Deep understanding of electromagnetic principles and their application to metasurfaces and photonic systems.
• Experience with large-scale metasurface array modeling, including Floquet analysis, diffraction orders, and free-space optical propagation.
• Deep understanding of vector calculus.
• Experience with scripting (e.g., Python) for automation of simulation setups and data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to produce and present technical reports to diverse audiences, including technical peers and executive stakeholders.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a track record of thriving in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments.
• Experience working independently to solve complex simulation challenges.

Nice To Haves

• Background in metasurface design or nanophotonic modeling.
• Familiarity with metasurfaces, spatial light modulators, or other advanced photonic components.
• Experience with open-source or custom EM solvers.
• Exposure to multi-physics simulations.
• Knowledge of AI hardware architectures or neural network computing applications.
• Hands-on experience designing custom electromagnetic simulation frameworks or high-fidelity metasurface models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine simulation methodologies to model metasurfaces and photonic systems for AI compute acceleration.
• Design, set up, and execute electromagnetic numerical simulations using commercial software and in-house solvers to demonstrate groundbreaking AI compute functionality.
• Incorporate fabrication tolerances, process variations, and yield considerations into simulation models to ensure designs are manufacturable and robust in real-world fabrication processes.
• Perform statistical analysis and generate detailed technical reports to document simulation results and system capabilities.
• Present findings to both technical teams and executive leadership with clarity and precision.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate simulation insights into the broader system architecture and refine design iterations.
• Troubleshoot complex simulation models and optimize workflows for accuracy and computational efficiency.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including salary and equity options.
• Good benefits - health, vision, dental, 401 (k), etc.
• Opportunities for career growth and future team leadership.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art facilities.
• Opportunity to publish research and contribute to the field of efficient AI inference.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree