A deep-tech company developing room-temperature photonic quantum computers is seeking a Senior Photonics Design Engineer to join their growing PIC design team.

This is a hands-on design role focused on the development of complex integrated photonic architectures. You’ll be involved in everything from component-level design through to full tape-out, contributing to both internal design methodologies and external collaborations.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design and optimisation of integrated photonic components

· EM and circuit-level simulations using Lumerical (FDTD / EME / INTERCONNECT)

· Layout, mask design, photonic routing, and DRC verification

· Preparation of full tape-out documentation and mask reviews

· Interface with foundries and collaborate with partners

· Contribute to internal design library and workflow improvements

Requirements:

· 3+ years hands-on PIC design experience with at least 1 completed tape-out

· Master’s degree or PhD in Photonics, Physics, Optical Engineering, or similar

· Strong grasp of photonic component design from first principles

· Proficient with GDS-based workflows, Klayout, and Python-based PIC design automation

· Fluent in English

Desirable:

· Experience with optical/electrical characterisation and testing

· Familiarity with thin-film Lithium Niobate or heterogeneous integration

· Understanding of optical manufacturing processes

· Python for data analysis or measurement automation

· Knowledge of quantum photonics and integrated quantum optics

What’s Offered:

· Permanent full-time contract

· Hybrid working (remote possible)

· Direct impact on next-generation PIC designs and photonic architectures

· Collaborative, research-driven environment

If you’re ready to work on cutting-edge photonics in a team shaping the future of quantum computing, apply now with your CV and a brief cover note.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Jack Kindell