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Photonics Software Engineer

Job Description/Responsibilities

We are looking for a candidate to join the software development team working on expanding the capabilities of OptiSPICE and improving product integration.

Summary of responsibilities:

  • Contribute to software development of OptiSPICE and OptiSPICE Plugin
  • Create and integrate simulation tools for building optoelectronic compact models
  • Work with 3rd parties on product development and integration
  • Expand compact model library supporting various PIC manufacturer PDK’s
  • Oversee collaborative projects between Optiwave and other companies/academia
  • Prepare technical documentation
  • Build application examples demonstrating product features
  • Give product demos and presentations
  • Provide customer support for OptiSPICE and related products

Job Requirements

  • Experience in numerical methods for optics and electronics
  • Intermediate knowledge of C++, Matlab, and Python
  • Proficiency in Visual Studio and Git
  • Knowledge of software development on Linux
  • Fast learner with excellent debugging skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Assets:

  • Masters/PhD in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience with IC EDA tools (Mentor Graphics Tanner, Cadence Virtuoso or equivalent)
  • Familiarity with optical/electrical IC circuit design & fabrication process
  • Understanding of numerical methods for analog circuits (modified nodal analysis), 2D/3D EM and semiconductor physics
  • Knowledge in optical/electrical telecommunication systems
  • Analog circuit design experience

Please send your Resume to: jobs@optiwave.com

Join The Team!

Whether you’re just starting out in the photonics industry or a seasoned engineer, we encourage you to submit your application. Even if you don’t see a perfect fit among our current openings, you can send your resume to jobs@optiwave.com, and we’ll keep you in mind for future positions. 

If you’d like to apply later, you can brush up on your photonics knowledge now with our resources page. Use our webinars and tutorial videos to get an edge over the competition.