PDK Development Specialist
What tasks will we entrust you with?
Performing R&D works in Process Design Kit development for the mid-infrared integrated photonic platform (MIRPIC)
Designing and evaluating mid-infrared waveguiding components (waveguides, MMIs, AWGs etc.)
Developing the library of components for the MIRPIC platform
Preparing design rule check algorithms and methods
Preparing PDK technical files and documentation
Development of the assembly design kit (ADK) for the mid-infrared photonic integration platform
Co-developing measurement and testing setups
Directly cooperating with other teams and departments within the company
Directly cooperating with external research teams
What qualifications do we require?
MSc degree in photonics or photonics-related fields
Detailed knowledge of light-matter interactions’ physics, light propagation in free space and waveguiding media (dielectric and semiconductor), and relevant numerical methods. Knowledge in nonlinear optics will be considered as an additional asset
Comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in modeling and designing photonic integrated components and circuits. Experience in utilizing commercially available software and developing in-house/self-made numerical models
Experience/practical skills in the development of new photonic integration platforms
Experience/practical skills in the development of process design kits for photonic integration platforms
Experience in planning experiments to validate numerical outcomes, coupled with practical abilities in data extraction from experiments
Active command of English
Strong analytical and communication skills, effective teamwork capabilities, ability to work under time pressure
Other valuable qualifications and skills:
- Knowledge of mid-infrared technologies (light sources, detectors, waveguiding elements)
- Knowledge of mid-infrared communication and sensing techniques
- Experience in the field of heterogeneous/hybrid photonic integration technologies
- Relevant experience in the photonics industry or R&D-oriented institutes
- Experience in working in multilanguage and multicultural R&D teams
See why you should join us
VIGO is a team of open-minded and curious people about the world and technology. People who are constantly looking for development and new solutions. Operating on the market for so many years, we value nothing more than the people we work with because Vigo is the people who work in it.