TOPTICA Photonics SE is an internationally leading, mid-sized high-tech manufacturer of laser systems for science, biotechnology, and metrology, with more than 600 employees worldwide. High motivation and personal responsibility in the service of our customers shape the corporate philosophy of this privately managed “hidden champion,” which is embraced and actively lived by our employees with great commitment. Our customers include renowned industrial companies as well as numerous Nobel Prize winners.

Photonic Development Scientist

What can you expect in the role of Photonic Development Scientist?

Drawing on personal experience to direct the development of photonic devices at TOPTICA
Contributing to the design and specifications of products from R&D to Engineering to manufacturability of integrated photonic-based devices
Analyzing system performance or operational requirements to assess functionality of photonics systems and/or components
Developing and characterizing early photonic prototypes including coupling of PICs to gain chips and fibers and characterization of PIC performance
Working with Product Management to adequately vet markets for potential TOPTICA products
Assessing partners and establishing the best supply chain
Coordination with other subsidiaries and global R&D resources to leverage existing capabilities
Working with internal and external resources focused on electrical, mechanical, and controls design to achieve system-level performance goals
Specifying and outfitting dedicated manufacturing space with all necessary workstations, fixturing and instrumentation for design and testing of photonics systems or components
Ensuring that products conform to TPI’s high standard of performance, quality, and reliability
Designing or developing new materials and processes for photonics applications
Working in concert with service to support products after delivery
Periodic travel to TOPTICA headquarters in Germany, TOPTICA worldwide offices, distributors, and customers to stay abreast of developments in the field

Must-haves: What you’ll need for this role?

PhD with focus in Photonic Integrated Circuits, Semiconductor Device Physics and Quantum and Nonlinear Photonics
Demonstrated significant skill simulating integrated photonic devices in Lumerical
Strong ability to assemble overall circuits and generate layouts for fabrication in any of a number of packages (Nazca, GDSFactory, etc.)
Knowledge of fabrication techniques and limitations necessary to efficiently work with fabrication partners
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Desire to remain active in the field and community via trade shows, conference presentations, workshops, and peer-reviewed publications

What would be a plus in this role?

First-hand photonic fabrication experience
Experience designing for low-loss silicon nitride films
Experience integrating gain material with PICs (laser diodes, SOAs, etc.)

What we offer:

Medical Coverage: TOPTICA provides 100% employer-paid medical insurance through Excellus with a fully funded HRA for in-network expenses
Dental Coverage: Employees receive 100% employer-paid dental coverage through Excellus Dental with a $600 annual HRA
Life Insurance: TOPTICA offers a basic term life policy through Unum equal to two times the employee’s salary (up to $300,000) at no cost, effective after 30 days
Long-Term Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by a Unum long-term disability policy that provides partial income if disabled, effective after 30 days
Retirement Plan: Full-time employees can participate in the 401(k) plan, with company matching up to 6% after six months
Paid Time Off: Employees receive 7 sick days, 3 personal days, and accrue vacation starting at 10 days per year, increasing to 15 days after two years
Observed Holidays: Employees receive 12 paid U.S. federal holidays each year
Company Shutdown: TOPTICA observes a year-end shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.
Possible Salary: $90,000 - $150,000 on an annualized basis

It’s a plus if you’ve heard of the following terms:

Hexapod
Thermorefractive noise
Self-injection locking

Interested? We’re excited!

Join our team! We look forward to receiving your online application as Photonic Development Scientist.

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