Integrated Photonics Engineer

Beacon Photonics · Arlington

FULL TIME$1,30,000 – $1,30,000 / yr

Job Description

Position: Integrated Photonics Engineer

Location

Arlington, VA or Santa Barbara, CA (On-Site)

Beacon Photonics is creating revolutionary optical microsystems to disrupt traditional laser markets. Founded by pioneers in the field of integrated photonics, we are a dynamic tech startup at the forefront of optical innovation. Our heterogeneous photonics technology enables high-performance products that provide unparalleled advantages in cost, size, and functionality for communications, sensing, and quantum systems. We are a dedicated group of world-class engineers and scientists devoted to realizing transformative capabilities and solving real-world problems.

We are seeking an exceptional Integrated Photonics Engineer to join our rapidly growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, layout, and characterization of heterogeneous photonic integrated circuits to create next-generation laser components and systems. As a key team member, you will refine and deliver products and prototypes, propose and lead technical efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams and state-of-the-art foundries, and report directly to senior leadership. To apply, please send your resume to

careers@beaconphotonics.com

with the position in the subject line.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and tape out cutting-edge photonic integrated circuits and systems

Simulate optical components and devices to predict and optimize performance

Analyze data, generate test reports, and synthesize results to inform future design iterations

Develop, implement, and refine new heterogeneous integration processes with external foundry partners to enable performance beyond today’s state of the art

Create scalable simulation, layout, and characterization procedures and workflows

Direct external vendors for prototype packaging and custom fabrication

Requirements

Ph.D. degree in physics, electrical engineering, or similar field, or M.S. with 3+ years of professional experience with integrated photonics

Expertise with the simulation of photonic components and circuits using physics-based models and with commercial tools such as FDTD, EME, VPI, and Simulink

Hands-on experience characterizing passive and active photonic and electronic devices

Expertise with tape out and layout (Python, gdsfactory, Cadence, etc.) in foundries

Deep familiarity with semiconductor devices and fabrication processes

Desirable Skills and Experience

Design of experiment methods and statistical data analysis

Practical photonic integrated circuit packaging, including wirebonding and fiber attach

Experience with free-space optics, advanced laser measurements, and thermal modeling

Analog, digital, and RF electronics and laser instrumentation

Beacon Photonics has offices in Arlington, VA and Santa Barbara, CA. We value innovation, collaboration, open and honest communication, and a passion for technology. Come build your future with us! Our benefits include competitive compensation and employee stock ownership. We provide generous family medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, holidays, parental leave, and paid time off. Beacon is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

Estimated Salary Range: $130K – $230K

Actual compensation for the role will be commensurate with the candidate’s education, work experience, skills, incoming position, and responsibilities.

This position involves access to technology that may be subject to U.S. export controls. Such access is granted to U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful permanent residents, certain categories of refugees and asylees, and those who can obtain appropriate export control licenses from the U.S. Departments of State and Commerce.

Company	Beacon Photonics
Location	Arlington
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified
Salary	$1,30,000 – $1,30,000 / yr

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Integrated Photonics Engineer

Job Description

Location

Direct external vendors for prototype packaging and custom fabricationRequirements

Deep familiarity with semiconductor devices and fabrication processesDesirable Skills and Experience

Direct external vendors for prototype packaging and custom fabrication

Requirements

Deep familiarity with semiconductor devices and fabrication processes

Desirable Skills and Experience