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Devyantram

Lead Photonics Engineer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

Key Responsibilities Photonics Engineering • Design and simulate photonic circuits, waveguides ... system-level integration. Strongly Preferred • Optical or holographic computing. • ...

Coherent Corp.

Photonics Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Graphene Integration * Collaborate with Graphenea on graphene deposition and doping strategies ... D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or related field. * 3+ years of ...

II-VI Incorporated

Photonics Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

Graphene Integration * Collaborate with Graphenea on graphene deposition and doping strategies ... D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or related field. * 3+ years of ...

Ayo Semiconductor

Photonics Design Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

We are seeking a photonics design engineer to serve as a core team member who will be among the ... The ideal candidate has strong fundamentals in integrated optics, experience designing and laying ...

Rydberg Technologies

Senior Photonics Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

Rydberg Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Photonics Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced lasers and photonic systems for next-generation ...

Ayosemi

Photonics Test Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The Role We are seeking a Photonics Test Engineer to serve as a core team member and among the ... You will serve as the hands and eyes of the integrated photonics team, capturing and preparing the ...

Coherent

Photonics Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

Graphene Integration * Collaborate with Graphenea on graphene deposition and doping strategies ... D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or related field. * 3+ years of ...

IonQ

Senior Photonics Test Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

As a Senior Photonics Test Engineer, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to ... Design, upgrade, and expand the testing infrastructure for characterizing classical integrated ...

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 cutting-edge photonic integrated circuits (PICs), guiding designs from initial proof-of-concept ...

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How much do integrated photonics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for integrated 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 does an integrated photonics engineer do?

An Integrated Photonics Engineer designs, develops, and tests devices and systems that use light (photons) rather than electricity (electrons) for processing and transmitting information. They work on creating photonic circuits and components, such as waveguides, lasers, modulators, and detectors, which can be integrated onto semiconductor chips. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technologies for telecommunications, data centers, sensors, and quantum computing by making photonic devices more efficient, compact, and scalable.

What are some common challenges integrated photonics engineers face when moving designs from prototype to mass production?

One of the main challenges Integrated Photonics Engineers encounter is ensuring that prototype designs can be reliably manufactured at scale while maintaining performance and quality. Variations in fabrication processes, such as wafer uniformity and device alignment, can introduce inconsistencies that impact device yield and functionality. Engineers often collaborate closely with fabrication facilities and quality assurance teams to optimize design tolerances and address production issues. Understanding and managing these challenges is crucial for a smooth transition from research and development to commercial deployment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an integrated photonics engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Integrated Photonics Engineer, you need a strong background in physics, optics, and electrical engineering, often supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with photonic simulation tools (like Lumerical or COMSOL), semiconductor fabrication processes, and cleanroom protocols is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential for designing innovative photonic devices and successfully bringing them from concept to production.

What is the difference between Integrated Photonics Engineer vs Optical Systems Engineer?

AspectIntegrated Photonics EngineerOptical Systems Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Photonics, or related fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, fabrication facilities, R&D departmentsDesign, testing, and integration in systems or product development
Industry UsageTelecommunications, data centers, integrated photonics manufacturingOptical communication systems, defense, aerospace, and instrumentation

Integrated Photonics Engineers focus on designing and developing integrated photonic devices and circuits, often working in fabrication and R&D. Optical Systems Engineers work on designing and optimizing complete optical systems, including components and integration. While both roles require optical engineering knowledge, the main difference lies in the scope: device-level vs system-level focus.

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Infographic showing various Integrated 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.

Sr Photonics Engineer (PIC)

Anello Photonics

Santa Clara, CA

$122K - $168K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design and execute experimental plans to test and improve photonic systems.

  • Identify photonic design changes to enhance system performance.

  • Collaborate with software and hardware engineering teams to integrate and develop the core photonic system.

Job description

About ANELLO Photonics:

ANELLO Photonics http://www.anellophotonics.com is a leading-edge technology company based in Santa Clara, CA. The company has developed integrated photonic system-on-chip technology for next generation navigation.  ANELLO's SIPHOG gyroscope is based on its patented photonic integrated circuit technology. The result is a product that is higher performance, much smaller size, weight, and power at a fraction of the cost of traditional optical gyros used in industrial, aerospace and military applications. It enables reliable and accurate navigation and positioning across many autonomous applications. ANELLO is currently engaged in commercial trials with various market-leading customers in the Construction, Farming, Trucking, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Autonomous Vehicles, and National Security segments.

Job Summary:

The Sr Photonics Engineer will be responsible for conceiving and implementing experimental testing plans and identifying photonic design changes to continue to push the performance of Anello's ingredient and product portfolio. We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and extensive laboratory skills in integrated optics. The engineer will play a crucial role in bringing PIC designs from prototype to product. As a key member of the team, you will engage broadly across the technical organization, including both software and hardware engineering, to work on the characterization and development of the core photonic system.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute experimental plans based on a deep understanding of the optical system.
  • Collect and analyze data, convey significance of results, and identify next steps.
  • Identify photonic design changes to continue to improve system level performance.
  • Work closely with software and hardware engineering to provide tighter integration of Anello's core photonic system.
  • Contribute to photonic tapeouts, through a combination of architectural changes, design for test, component simulation, and layout.
  • Support optical packaging, through interfacing to external vendors and internal development.

Requirements:

  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Eng, Physics, or other engineering field
  • 2+ years of industry relevant experience in integrated optics
  • Hands-on experience in an optoelectronics lab performing component or system bench-level testing;
  • Familiarity with sources, fiber optics, detectors and relevant test equipment
  • Track record of bringing integrated optical systems from prototype to product
  • Experience in problem-solving complex optical systems
  • In-depth experience designing experiments and conveying their significance at the system level.
  • Strong theoretical knowledge of fiber optics and integrated optics
  • Experience in automating data collection and analysis
  • Working knowledge of statistics for analysis of experimental data
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and innovation-driven environment.

Additional Skills (Nice to have's):

  • Background in Silicon Photonics
  • Background in optical gyroscopes or other optical interferometric sensors
  • Experience in inertial measurement systems
  • Experience in optical design simulation (COMSOL, Lumerical, etc.)
  • Experience in layout generation for photonic integrated circuits
  • Experience in packaging photonic integrated circuits
  • Self-motivated to learn new technologies and a passion for embracing technology.

Additional Information:

  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship (U.S. citizenship or Perm Residence)

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