Silicon Photonics Engineer

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28 months ago
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Welcoming candidates of all levels of seniority, a new position for a Silicon Photonics Engineer in Southampton for a global organisation specialising in silicon photonics. The Silicon Photonics Engineer will be expected to design and model state-of-the-art silicon photonics devices.

Skills required:

Experience with simulation tools such as Lumerical and K-Layout Modelling of integrated photonic devices Design of optical components and systems Programming experience in Python or C++ Knowledge of waveguides, modulators and integrated detectors

If you have the necessary skills for this role, please ensure they are in your CV.

For further information or to send in an application for the Silicon Photonics Engineer vacancy please get in touch with Phil Wright.

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