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Anello Photonics

Sr Photonics Engineer (PIC)

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Job Summary: The Sr Photonics Engineer will be responsible for conceiving and implementing ... Background in Silicon Photonics * Background in optical gyroscopes or other optical interferometric ...

Apple

Silicon Photonics EPM, Data Center SoC

Austin, TX · On-site

$166K - $296K/yr

Are you a hard-working and proactive engineering leader with a curiosity about optics, photonics, and the future of high-bandwidth silicon interconnects? We are absolutely seeking you out!

Apple

Silicon Photonics EPM, Data Center SoC

Austin, TX · On-site

$166K - $296K/yr

Are you a hard-working and proactive engineering leader with a curiosity about optics, photonics, and the future of high-bandwidth silicon interconnects? We are absolutely seeking you out!

Apple

Silicon Photonics EPM, Data Center SoC

Austin, TX · On-site

$166K - $296K/yr

Are you a hard-working and proactive engineering leader with a curiosity about optics, photonics, and the future of high-bandwidth silicon interconnects? We are absolutely seeking you out!

TSMC

Silicon Photonics - Technical Lead

San Jose, CA · On-site

$149K - $263K/yr

Masters or PhD in electrical engineering, opto-electronics, physics or related field. * Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience in silicon photonics design and characterization. * Proven ...

Terra Quantum

Lead Photonics Integrated Circuit Engineer

$104K - $138K/yr

As a senior photonics engineer you will take ownership of the physical design and verification of ... Conduct technology horizon scanning and competitive landscape analysis across silicon photonics ...

Coherent

Lead Silicon Photonics Design Engineer

Horsham, PA · On-site

$101K - $133K/yr

Tape out silicon photonics design in external and internal fabs * Work with module developers to design the optical subassemblies * Work with foundries to define and optimize the device structures ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time silicon photonics engineer in the United States is $106,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Silicon Photonics Engineer vs Full Time Optical Communications Engineer?

AspectFull Time Silicon Photonics EngineerFull Time Optical Communications Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related; experience in photonics and semiconductor fabricationBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related; knowledge of optical systems
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, semiconductor fabrication facilities, R&D departmentsTelecom companies, network infrastructure firms, R&D labs
Industry UsageSemiconductor, integrated photonics, data centersTelecommunications, networking, fiber optics

The Full Time Silicon Photonics Engineer focuses on designing and developing integrated photonic devices on silicon chips, often within semiconductor environments. In contrast, the Full Time Optical Communications Engineer works on deploying and maintaining optical communication systems in telecom and networking sectors. While both roles require knowledge of optics and electronics, their specific applications and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Silicon Photonics Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,386 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

Principal Silicon Photonics Design Engineer

Coherent

Horsham, PA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, verify, and tape out silicon photonic integrated circuits, including coherent transmitters and receivers.

  • Develop passive and active photonic components and create PIC layouts using specialized design tools.

  • Collaborate with external foundries and multidisciplinary teams to support prototype validation, qualification, and manufacturing processes.

Job description

The Senior Silicon Photonic Design Engineer is responsible for the design, simulation, and tapeout of advanced silicon photonic integrated circuits (PICs) used in high-speed optical communication systems. This role involves developing passive and active photonic devices, integrating them into complex photonic systems such as coherent transmitters and receivers, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to take products from concept through production. The position requires deep expertise in photonic device physics, PIC layout and simulation tools, and experience working with external silicon photonics foundries.

Please note, this role is open to candidates in Ottawa, Canada.

What You'll Do

  • Design, verify and tape out silicon PICs, including integrated coherent transmitters and receivers.
  • Develop passive and active photonic components.
  • Create PIC layouts using Synopsys OptoCompiler and Cadence Virtuoso-based design flows.
  • Develop PCells and scripted layouts for scalable photonic circuit design.
  • Perform optical, electrical, RF and electro-optic simulations using tools such as Lumerical, CST, HFSS, Tidy3D and ADS.
  • Conduct design-corner analysis and post-layout verification.
  • Develop compact models and system-level simulation workflows.
  • Partner with external foundries across multiple silicon photonics platforms.
  • Collaborate with electronics, packaging, optical systems, test, reliability and manufacturing teams.
  • Support prototype validation, qualification and New Product Introduction.
  • Improve manufacturability, process robustness, yield and production performance.
  • Participate in design reviews and mentor junior engineers.
     

What You'll Bring

  • PhD or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics or a related field.
  • Five or more years of experience in silicon photonics, integrated photonics or optical communication systems.
  • Proven experience with PIC tapeouts, external foundries and photonic process design kits.
  • Strong knowledge of photonic device physics, PIC design and coherent optical systems.
  • Experience with photonic and electromagnetic simulation tools.
  • Knowledge of RF and electro-optic modelling, photonic packaging and fibre coupling.
  • Programming experience for simulation automation and data analysis.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Our ICARE Values

Everything we do is guided by our ICARE values:

  • ?? Integrity - Create an environment of trust.
  • Collaboration - Innovate through the sharing of ideas.
  • ?? Accountability - Own the process and the outcome.
  • ?? Respect - Recognise the value in everyone.
  • ?? Enthusiasm - Find a sense of purpose in work.
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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