Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer

Broadcom•San Jose, CA

1d•$143,800 - $230,000•Onsite

About The Position

Broadcom is looking for a Senior Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer to help us build next-generation Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs). In this role, you will lead the design, simulation, layout, and system-level testing of advanced silicon photonics components that power our high-performance optical interconnect solutions.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience OR PhD with 7+ years of relevant experience
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
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.

Responsibilities

Utilize simulation tools, including Ansys/Lumerical, Cadence Virtuoso design environment, to design and validate photonic designs.
Collaborate closely with design and layout engineers to develop high-performance integrated photonic circuits.
Work with fab / process engineers to define and optimize device design and implement process monitoring structures.
Develop test and qualification plans in coordination with validation and quality engineering teams.
Validate link performance in collaboration with EIC designers, packaging engineers, and system architects.